GOP Blocks Senate COVID Bill; Demands Vote On Immigration Reform

The Senate faced a deadlock as Republicans blocked a bill without a vote on maintaining Trump-era border restrictions. Both parties agree on funding for vaccines, treatment, and testing for uninsured Americans, but Republicans demand a vote on immigration policy. With current restrictions expiring next month, Democrats lack the 60 votes needed to pass the legislation. Lawmakers hoped to approve the bill before a two-week recess.

When are the current restrictions set to expire?

• Next month

• In a few days

• During the recess

• At the end of the year

What was the hope of lawmakers regarding the bill?

• To block it

• To approve it before recess

• To change the immigration policy

• To increase funding for vaccines