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McConnell eyes $1 trillion in coronavirus aid as evictions, benefits cuts loom
Florida teen dies of COVID-19 after maskless church party, taking Trump-touted drugs The GOP leader’s next virus aid package is centred on liability protections, a top priority for Republicans seeking to shield doctors, schools, businesses and others from coronavirus-related lawsuits brought by patrons claiming injuries during reopenings.McConnell is also considering a fresh round of direct payments targeted at those earning $40,000 a year or less. He wants the liability shield to run for five years, retroactive to December 2019.“Liability reform, kids in school, jobs and health care,” he said.