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Congress stuck in 'staring contest' over pandemic aid deal

How far apart are Democrats and Republicans on new coronavirus relief bill?

08/06/2020

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Congress stuck in 'staring contest' over pandemic aid deal

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How far apart are Democrats and Republicans on new coronavirus relief bill?

A deal on a new coronavirus relief package seems distant and elusive, as congressional Democrats and Republicans remain at an impasse on key issues. Lisa Desjardins joins Judy Woodruff to discuss where negotiations stand and how far apart the two sides are both in terms of dollar figures and philosophy of funding distribution.

08/06/2020

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