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President Joe Biden says his biggest priority is bringing relief to millions of Americans in the middle of a pandemic that has spiraled out of control.

Fueled by vaccinations and government aid, the U.S. economy grew at a solid 6.5% annual rate last quarter in another sign that the nation has achieved a sustained recovery from the pandemic recession.

President Trump said in a tweet Tuesday night that he would sign a “stand alone” bill solely designed to give Americans a second round of $1,200 stimulus checks.

With the election — or at least the voting process — behind us, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is expressing optimism about striking a deal on coronavirus relief that both Democrats and President Trump hope includes a second direct payment.

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi expressed optimism Sunday that she and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin can reach a deal on a stimulus package that many expect to include another round of $1,200 direct payments to most Americans.

This time last week, Republican and Democratic leadership remained somewhat optimistic a coronavirus relief deal including more direct payments to Americans could be reached in a matter of days. But all that quickly changed…

The message from Trump underscores the political importance of reaching a bipartisan deal and delivering a new round of direct payments to most Americans.

Recent developments have failed to lead to a bipartisan agreement needed to get money to those who need it. So what’s next?

Though it’s still possible lawmakers could cut and deal and distribute a second round of stimulus checks before the end of this month, the timeline appears highly unlikely.

Who do you blame? A new poll shows voters across the country blame both Republicans and Democrats over stalled stimulus negotiations.

President Joe Biden unveiled his next $1.8 trillion stimulus package on Wednesday focusing on universal preschool, free community college, national paid leave program and child care spending caps. In his American Families Plan, Biden will also roll out a series of tax hikes to pay for the program.