WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. economy slipped further into recession as nearly 1.2 million more Americans joined the unemployment ranks this week — marking the 20th week in a row over a million workers filed initial claims for jobless benefits. The news comes as enhanced unemployment benefits under the CARES Act – a critical lifeline for millions of struggling families during the … Continue reading Nearly 1.2 Million More File for Unemployment as Trump’s Senate Allies Dawdle Seeking “Sweet Spot” for How Deeply to Cut Benefits