Biden taps ex-Fed chair Yellen to lead treasury: AP source President-elect Joe Biden has chosen former Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen to serve as treasury secretary, a pivotal role in which she would help shape and direct his economic policies at a perilous time, according to a person familiar with the transition plans.
The deadline for $1,200 stimulus check is Saturday, here’s how to get your payment The final deadline to register to receive the $1,200 stimulus check, originally distributed in the spring, is Saturday, Nov. 21. Video Icon Video
Second stimulus checks: Trump pushes Congress to approve relief President Donald Trump started the weekend by pushing lawmakers in Congress to approve a coronavirus relief bill. What’s unclear about his request: Does the president still back the idea of stimulus checks? Video Icon Video
Stimulus negotiations at a standstill, President-elect Biden pushes need for a deal President-elect Joe Biden spoke with Democratic congressional leaders Thursday, and much of the focus of the call was about the urgent need for stimulus relief. So far, there is no stimulus deal in sight. Video Icon Video
15-year-old Florida girl who beat cancer last summer dies of coronavirus A Kentucky county is mourning the loss of Alexa Rose Veit, a girl with a fighting spirit who recently died of coronavirus. The 15-year-old born with specials needs was diagnosed with leukemia in July 2019 and, just weeks later, went into remission.
Pre-Thanksgiving travel soars despite COVID-19 warnings Millions of Americans packed airports and planes over the weekend despite public health experts urging people not to travel for Thanksgiving. Video Icon Video
Pennsylvania’s governor issues liquor sale cutoff for bars on Thanksgiving eve Pennsylvania’s governor has announced a beer and liquor sale cutoff for bars and restaurants on the night before Thanksgiving.
