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A set of powerful Democratic committee chairs swung against the proposal that includes $1,200 checks saying it “leaves too many needs unmet”

Despite President Trump’s recent comments suggesting that a “very generous” second round of economic relief payments to Americans might be announced soon, lawmakers remain divided on the path forward.

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It’s nearly that time of year again, when we cross our fingers and hope to get money back after filing our taxes – and for those owed money, the IRS has some pointers when it comes to speedy refunds.

As the soft deadline set by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi looms, it’s still unclear if federal leaders will reach a deal to pass more coronavirus relief before Election Day.

WASHINGTON — House Democrats unveiled a scaled-back $2.2 trillion aid measure Monday in an attempt to boost long-stalled talks on COVID-19 relief, though there was no sign of progress in continuing negotiations between House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin. The latest Democratic measure would revive a $600-per-week pandemic jobless benefit and send […]

Top leaders declared more progress on an aid package expected to include a second round of $1,200 direct payments.

For many Americans, fear of contracting COVID-19 is outweighing the desire to take that annual planned vacation, one study shows.

WASHINGTON DC (NEXSTAR) — The coronavirus pandemic is hitting Americans’ pocketbooks and many are just hanging on, waiting for the stimulus check from the government. But, with that, the Federal Trade Commission has a warning about scams related to those checks. Scammers are working hard to take advantage of the coronavirus pandemic: sending emails, calls […]

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — It’s been the source of frustration and plenty of questions — when will you get your stimulus check? There is a trick that some people say could get you a quick answer. Since the government announced stimulus checks were on the way, many people have been watching the mail and watching their […]

The federal government is looking at giving checks to help out during the coronavirus crisis.With so many in need right now, scammers are trying to take advantage of those who are vulnerable.