Trump Halts Coronavirus Relief Talks Until After The Election

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President Trump leaves Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Md., on Monday. He announced Tuesday he was pausing negotiations on a coronavirus relief package.





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Talks have been stalled for months, and lawmakers remain far apart on how much should be included in the next round of relief.

Trump made the announcement during his first full day back at the White House after a weekend at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. He is continuing to receive treatment for COVID-19.