Pelosi Says She Opposes Slimmer COVID-19 Relief Bill

The transcript discusses a coronavirus bill supported by over 100 House Democrats, aiming to reinstate $600 weekly unemployment benefits. However, Speaker Pelosi expressed that it is not the right time to pass the bill as it omits certain Democratic priorities. She emphasized the need for the package to include funding for state and local governments and support for vote by mail.

What was the main focus of the bill introduced earlier this week?

• Education funding

• Healthcare reform

• Reinstating unemployment benefits

• Tax cuts for businesses

How many Democrats in the House supported the bill?

• 50

• 75

• 150

• 100

Why did Pelosi believe it was not the right time to pass the bill?

• It excluded some Democratic priorities

• It lacked Republican support

• It was too expensive

• It was not well-drafted

What additional funding did Pelosi want included in the bill?

• Healthcare subsidies

• State and local government aid

• Infrastructure projects

• Military spending

Which initiative did Pelosi want to support through the bill?

• Student loan forgiveness

• Vote by mail

• Universal healthcare

• Climate change action