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US President Joe Biden said in a speech on the economy that it is “very clear” that the US economy “remains in trouble.”
On Friday, President Biden confirmed that he would move “quickly” to pass his huge package to save the economy in Congress, and that “this was done without getting Republican support,” noting that many Americans are approaching the “breaking point.”
“I see tremendous pain in this country, many people are without work, and many people are hungry,” Biden said in a speech at the White House on Friday, adding, “I think the American people are now looking to their government for help … so I will act and I will act quickly.” “.
Biden indicated that he would like bipartisan support for the $ 1.9 trillion package that will finance the nationwide launch of stalled coronavirus vaccines and provide economic support to Americans, including $ 1,400 checks.
The president stressed that his priority is to save the country where “(many) people are reaching a breaking point.” “I would like to do it with the support of the Republicans … but they do not want to go so far as I see it necessary.” “We can alleviate the suffering of this country. I really think real help is on the track,” he said.
Earlier, the US Senate adopted a budget resolution Friday allowing Democrats to pass the $ 1.9 trillion economic rescue package proposed by President Joe Biden without the need for Republican support.
People are hurting across the country, and today’s jobs report made that clear. Tune in as I discuss the state of our economy and the need for the American Rescue Plan. https://t.co/JmFqJvPL8z
– President Biden (@POTUS) February 5, 2021
The president’s comments come hours after the Senate passed the Democratic budget resolution, paving the way for Congress to approve Biden’s relief package without Republican support.
Source: Agencies
