Without Mr. Trump’s signature, about 14 million people could lose those extra benefits, according to Labor Department data. Mr. Trump, who hands over power to Democratic President-elect Joe Biden on January 20, did not object to terms of the deal before Congress voted it through on Monday night. Many economists agree the Bill’s aid is too low but say the immediate support is still welcome and necessary. A source familiar with the situation said Mr. Trump’s objection to the Bill caught many White House officials by surprise. While the outgoing President’s strategy for the Bill remains unclear, he has not vetoed it and could still sign it in coming days.

Source: The Hindu December 26, 2020 15:38 UTC