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The transcript covers the economic outlook post-2020, highlighting the expected slowing growth and the impact of current laws on COVID relief. It details President Biden's meeting with Republican senators to discuss a $1.9 trillion relief bill, contrasting it with the Republican proposal of $618 billion. The discussion includes the structure of direct payments based on income levels. Additionally, the transcript mentions a new deal for over-the-counter COVID test kits and reports on the high number of COVID deaths in January.

What was the significant announcement made by the White House COVID adviser regarding COVID test kits?

How many COVID deaths were recorded in the US in January, according to the text?