People behind in child support payments may not qualify for coronavirus stimulus check
Individuals who are overdue on child support payments should not expect to receive a stimulus check according to Iowa Sen. Chuck Grassley.
Coronavirus stimulus bill approved by U.S. Senate
The United States Senate has passed a bill aimed at giving American workers impacted by the coronavirus outbreak some relief. The House will vote on the legislation on Friday.
Do you qualify for a stimulus check in Senate's coronavirus response bill?
In the middle of the bill's hundreds of pages are details regarding exactly who can expect to receive money and how much they can expect. Here is a breakdown.
Here’s what’s in the COVID-19 stimulus bill and who qualifies to get money
The Senate passed 2 $2.2 trillion economic rescue package in efforts to aid the U.S. economy amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Senate passes coronavirus rescue package on unanimous vote
The unanimous vote came despite misgivings on both sides about whether it goes too far or not far enough and capped days of difficult negotiations as Washington confronted a national challenge unlike it has ever faced.
Gov. DeSantis concerned about flights coming into Florida
Gov. Ron DeSantis says it’s a federal decision to shut down an airport, but he is worried about people coming to Florida, as New York becomes the epicenter for COVID-19.
Democrats, DeSantis square off on 'shelter in place'
Florida Democrats have been lambasting Gov. Ron DeSantis for not issuing a statewide “shelter in place” order that would replicate directives governors, mayors and county commissioners in other parts of the nation have made to stunt the spread of the virus.
Coronavirus taking hit on economy
President Donald Trump says he would like to lift restrictions prompted by coronavirus concerns by Easter.
President Trump says he would love to have country 'open by Easter'
The president answered questions in the FOX News town hall on Tuesday.
Biden reportedly sought Obama's input on running mate
Joe Biden told dozens of donors that he spoke to Barack Obama about choosing a running mate.
Republican jumps into race to replace Sullivan
With Rep. Jennifer Sullivan, R-Mount Dora, announcing this month that she will not seek re-election, the first Republican candidate has emerged to try to replace her in a Central Florida House District.
Legislative leaders bank on reserves to weather storm
Legislative leaders maintain the state has enough money in reserves to get through the initial economic hit from COVID-19, as Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis wants state analysts to quickly update revenue forecasts.
Debate over coronavirus relief package
Another attempt to advance the aid bill on Capitol Hill failed in an afternoon vote. The plan would send checks to U.S. households and offer support for small businesses and the hard-hit travel industry, among other things, but Democrats say it too heavily favors corporations at the expense of public health and workers.
Sen. Amy Klobuchar: My husband has the coronavirus
Minnesota U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar's husband has the coronavirus and is hospitalized, Klobuchar said in an online post Monday morning.
Meghan McCain announces she's pregnant with first child
Meghan McCain announced that she was pregnant on Sunday.
Sen. Rand Paul tests positive for coronavirus
Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., has tested positive for coronavirus and will remain in quarantine, according to his official Twitter account.
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard ends 2020 presidential bid, endorses Biden
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard has ended her 2020 presidential campaign.
President Trump signs coronavirus relief package, as Congress eyes larger economic stimulus
The Senate is turning to a House-passed coronavirus response bill, as lawmakers and the Trump administration work behind the scenes to draft a separate massive federal measure to help blunt the virus' effect on the economy.
Trump invokes act to marshal private sector against coronavirus, says foreclosures, evictions will be suspended
President Trump discussed testing capacity and a financial aid package in a Wednesday press briefing.
Bernie Sanders will ‘assess his campaign' as Biden solidifies formidable lead
Hours after Biden cruised through Arizona, Florida and Illinois, Sanders' campaign manager Faiz Shakir said the self-avowed democratic socialist was assessing his options.