White House, GOP resist state, housing aid in virus package

WASHINGTON (AP) — Despite disarray in the Republican ranks, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell is pushing ahead on the next COVID-19 aid package. He’s preparing to present a GOP draft soon. But the White House is resisting Democratic demands for more virus testing, funding for the states and eviction protections. Democrats say Republicans must quit delaying and act. A $600 unemployment benefit boost and housing assistance expires Friday. The price tag for the next COVID-19 aid pa