Measure introduced by Democrats will expand Medicaid and unemployment benefits and mandate paid sick leave for someCoronavirus – latest updatesSee all our coronavirus coverageDonald Trump has approved legislation that will expand Medicaid and unemployment benefits, mandate paid sick leave and childcare leave for certain employees, and order free coronavirus testing, in an effort to to limit the damage from the pandemic.The bill, introduced by House Democrats, faced criticism from Senate Republicans. But it ultimately passed 90-8 after the White House lobbied for quick action over prolonged arguments over amendments. Continue reading…
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