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On March 5th, the Senate's debate on the COVID relief bill was delayed due to an amendment by Senator Bernie Sanders. The Senate's version of the bill includes changes like lowering the income threshold for direct payments and removing the $15 minimum wage increase. The bill will return to the House for approval. Meanwhile, the White House is working with the Senate to narrow the AUMF, following a bill introduced by Senators Tim Kaine and Todd Young to rescind the 1991 and 2002 AUMFs against Iraq. The White House aims for a specific framework to protect against terrorism while ending prolonged military engagements.

What was the reason for the delay in the Senate debate over the COVID relief bill on March 5th?

What changes were made to the income threshold for the $1400 direct payments in the Senate version of the bill?

What did the White House say about the presidential authorization for the use of military force?

What was the purpose of the bill introduced by Senators Tim Kaine and Todd Young?

What did White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki say about the framework the president wants?