McConnell Drops Phase-Three Coronavirus Relief Plan, Includes Cash Payments for Americans

Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R., Ky.) and Senate Republicans released the text for their massive phase-three coronavirus relief package Thursday, outlining a trillion-dollar plan that includes direct payments of $1,200 per person and $2,400 for couples to help offset economic losses amid the growing pandemic.McConnell said the “Coronavirus Aid, Relief, & Economic Security Act” is focused on “four urgent priorities”: directly assisting Americans, providing relief f