But despite the positive assessment, there are still plenty of obstacles to overcome before any deal can become law. "We would put it on the floor of the Senate and let the Senate consider it," McConnell told reporters after the lunch. House Majority Whip Jim Clyburn said Tuesday that the "window is closing" on a potential deal for a stimulus package. Trump claimed McConnell will "be on board if something comes," despite no indication from the Republican leaders that he would be supportive. And a separate vote pushed by Democrats on a House-passed comprehensive stimulus bill fell short of a majority.

Source: CNN October 20, 2020 14:06 UTC