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Christian Bryant reports on the depletion of the small business loan program funds, the UK's extension of lockdown measures, and US states' efforts to coordinate reopening plans. The small business loan program, part of the coronavirus stimulus, quickly exhausted its $349 billion funding. The UK extends its lockdown by three weeks due to insufficient decline in COVID-19 cases. In the US, coalitions of states are working together to lift restrictions and restart regional economies. Updates on these topics will continue to be provided by Newsy.

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What did the UK Government decide regarding their lockdown deadline?

What are the regions in the United States that are coordinating efforts to lift restrictions?

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