Trump signs $2.2 trillion coronavirus rescue package
The historic legislation provides support to workers, businesses, local governments and hospitals.
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United States President Donald Trump on Friday signed a $2.2 trillion economic rescue bill to help lift the economy and address the coronavirus pandemic.
His signature came after the Democratic-led House of Representatives approved the sweeping package by a voice vote earlier in the day, despite a procedural challenge from Republican Representative Thomas Massie, who wanted a formal recorded vote.
The bill had passed the Republican-led Senate on Wednesday with overwhelming bipartisan support in a 96-0 vote.
Al Jazeera’s Rob Reynolds reports.
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Published On 28 Mar 2020