White House says no intention of splitting coronavirus relief package

President Joe Biden is having calls with both Republicans and Democrats in Congress to garner support for his proposed $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief bill, the White House said on Thursday, adding it is not looking to split the aid package. "We're not looking to split the package. That is not a proposal from the White House," White House press secretary Jen Psaki said.

White House says no intention of splitting coronavirus relief package
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President Joe Biden is having calls with both Republicans and Democrats in Congress to garner support for his proposed $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief bill, the White House said on Thursday, adding it is not looking to split the aid package.

"We're not looking to split the package. That is not a proposal from the White House," White House press secretary Jen Psaki said. She said they do not want to put themselves in a place where they have to choose between helping Americans get food on the table or get a vaccine.

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