- The Washington Times - Thursday, December 3, 2020

President Trump said Thursday he will support a coronavirus relief package that is moving again in Congress.

“I think we are getting very close,” Mr. Trump told reporters in the Oval Office. “I want it to happen. And I believe we are getting very close to a deal.”

Congressional Democratic leaders this week embraced a $908 billion proposal, while Senate Republicans are eyeing a package of about $500 billion.



The president said twice he’ll support an eventual deal.

• Dave Boyer can be reached at dboyer@washingtontimes.com.

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