New White House offer adds $600 checks to COVID-19 relief

A new proposal adds a $600 direct payment to most Americans but eliminates a $300-per-week employment benefit.

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New White House offer adds $600 checks to COVID-19 relief

A new proposal adds a $600 direct payment to most Americans but eliminates a $300-per-week employment benefit.

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