Millions of Americans are dreaming of COVID relief and jobs by Christmas
(The Slice): In her briefing Friday morning, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi gave a vague response when asked if a second COVID relief package would be approved by Christmas. She replied, "Don't worry about a date. It will be in sufficient time," but committed to staying in Washington to work on finishing the deal. Going into the holidays during a pandemic, struggling Americans worry about enduringing job loss this winter with no help in sight. Many social service groups being barred from lending their normal level of support. With congressional negotiations being at a standstill through the summer and fall, anxiety about the government's ability to come to the rescue again is high. This stall has caused worrying acrosshe board from businesses to individuals, while alarming news of skryocketing COVID-19 cases speak of grimmer days ahead. "We feel very excited about the prospect of a bi-partisan bill," Pelosi said projecting optimism that there has been progre...