EA on Monocle 24: Trump’s Ego — and Plotting — Over Coronavirus Relief
So why did Donald Trump rail for almost a week about a “disgraceful” Coronavirus relief package, but then suddenly accept it? Scott Lucas explains.
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Author: Scott Lucas
Iran Sells Off State Companies to Pay for Subsidies
Trying to deliver its budget amid economic crisis, Iran’s Rouhani Government has sold off State-run companies to pay for subsidies and pay off debts.
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Trump Backs Down, Signs Coronavirus Relief and Government Funding Bill
After days of threatening a veto, Donald Trump backs down and signs a $900 billion Coronavirus relief bill and 5,593-page legislation for Government funding.
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“Abdication of Responsibility”: Biden Chides Trump as Millions Lose Unemployment Benefits
President-elect Joe Biden chides Donald Trump for “abdication of responsibility” in refusing to sign a $900 billion interim Coronavirus relief package.
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UPDATED: US Government Approves Iran’s Purchase of Coronavirus Vaccines
Waiving Trump Administration sanctions, US Treasury approves Iran’s transfer of funds from overseas to pay for 16.8 million doses of Coronavirus vaccines.
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Coronavirus: Unemployment Benefits Lapse as Trump Plays Golf
Expanded unemployment benefits, covering millions of Americans during Coronavirus pandemic, expire because of Trump inaction over $900 billion relief bill.
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