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On December 27, the US president promised “good news” about the huge Covid-19 bailout bill that he refused to sign, but did not elaborate.
“Good news on the Covid relief bill. Stay tuned,” US President Donald Trump tweeted during his Christmas vacation at the Mar-a-Lago resort, Florida.
Trump refused to sign the $ 900 billion Covid-19 bailout bill passed by Congress after months of negotiations, calling it “disgraceful,” requiring that the bill be revised so that all Americans should be receive $ 2,000 of relief, instead of $ 600.
The president of the United States and the first lady left for the Mar-a-Lago complex on December 23. Image: AFP
Two federal unemployment benefits, approved in March, under the original Covid-19 bailout plan, expired at midnight on December 26, cutting benefits to 12 million Americans.
The delay also threatens to shut down the government on December 29, as the rescue package is part of a larger spending bill, although lawmakers can pass an interim budget extension for the government to continue. continue operating.
President-elect Joe Biden warned Dec. 28 “dire consequences” if Trump continues to refuse to sign the bill. Some Republicans have asked Trump to change his mind, emphasizing that the bill is the result of a careful negotiation process.
“I understand that he wants to be remembered for providing a huge grant, but the danger is that he will be remembered for causing chaos, misery and unpredictability if the bill expires.” Republican Senator Pat Toomey said on December 27.
Trump has not yet said whether he will veto the bill. In theory, Congress has the power to override a presidential veto, although it is unclear whether Republicans will choose to act.
Hong Hanh (According to the AFP)
