Congress Debates COVID Relief As Shutdown Deadline Approaches

The transcript discusses legislative plans to vote on a measure to extend a deadline, with key aspects of the bill still undecided. Bipartisan efforts are ongoing to pass COVID relief, but disagreements persist, particularly between Senate leaders. Progressive senators are pushing for additional stimulus checks in any relief deal.

What is the House planning to vote on?

• A measure to reset the deadline for a bill

• A new healthcare reform

• A tax reduction plan

• An education funding increase

What is the shared view among lawmakers regarding the COVID bill?

• It should be postponed

• It should include tax cuts

• It is unnecessary

• It must be passed before leaving

Who accused Mitch McConnell of rejecting a proposed deal?

• Bernie Sanders

• Nancy Pelosi

• Chuck Schumer

• Lindsey Graham

What did the proposed deal involve dropping?

• Education funding

• Military spending

• Healthcare benefits

• COVID exposure liability protections

What are progressive senators led by Bernie Sanders advocating for?

• Additional $1200 stimulus checks

• Increased military spending

• Tax cuts for businesses

• Healthcare reform