A CDC moratorium that halted evictions expires December 31st. If Congress doesn't extend it, millions of Americans are at risk of becoming homeless.
We Finally Have a Deal
On Sunday, congressional leaders reached a deal on a $900 billion economic relief bill. The package includes $600 direct payments to Americans and $300 in enhanced unemployment for the next 10 weeks — but is it enough?
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What was on the line
Without a bill passed, the federal eviction moratorium was set to expire on December 31st, which would potentially leave 40 million Americans homeless
Things looked dicey heading into the weekend...
Congress was on a time crunch — opposing sides struggled to lock in details regarding payment protection and direct checks, but a deal needed to be made.
... Until sunday evening
Finally, on Sunday, a deal was made.
CHECKS WILL START GOING OUT "NEXT WEEK"
Treasury Sec. Mnuchin said you can expect a check as early as next week.
But is it enough?
This prompted a larger conversation about how in tune members of Congress are with the reality of everyday Americans.
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