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I’m reliably informed that Kamala Harris is Vice President of the United States, though her notable absence from the public eye might leave one wondering. She was brought out of hiding today to announce the passage of the recent COVID-19 “relief bill,” and Harris quickly reminded everyone why we don’t see much of her these days.
Here’s her cringy performance, proclaiming “help” is on the way, like she’s about to run into a burning building and rescue a litter of cats.
Vice President Kamala Harris: “America, help has arrived.”pic.twitter.com/shsU5yGUIy
March 11, 2021
The law includes $1,400 relief checks to many Americans, aid to state and local governments, and an extension to unemployment benefits.
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Americans could start seeing a new round of COVID relief payments in their bank accounts this weekend.
President Biden has signed into law a $1.9 trillion package to help the U.S. fend off the impacts of the pandemic.
The law includes $1,400 relief checks to many Americans plus a wide range of other aid. It also temporarily enhances Obamacare and a child tax credit that could significantly reduce childhood poverty.
Despite universal opposition from Republicans in Congress to this bill, polls suggest strong support from the public.
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