Hope Fades For $2K COVID Relief Checks

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell objected to a vote on a House-passed bill, instead linking it to unrelated measures. Democrats accused him of trying to block $2000 relief checks. The debate has united some Republicans and Democrats in support of increased payments, while others oppose them, arguing they may benefit those not financially impacted by the pandemic.

What did Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell object to regarding the House bill?

What commitment did McConnell say he was following through on?

What accusations did Senate Democrats make against McConnell?

What is the significance of the $2000 checks mentioned in the text?

Which Republican senators supported higher COVID relief checks?