President-elect Joe Biden laid out a $1.9 trillion emergency relief plan Thursday night that will serve as an early test of his ability to steer the nation out of a pandemic disaster and rapidly deteriorating economy — and his promise to unite a divided Congress.
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Biden unveils $1.9 trillion economic and health-care relief package
The proposal is aimed at addressing the nation’s immediate needs. A larger recovery package will follow.
By Erica Werner
and January 14, 2021 at 9:22 p.m. EST