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McConnell: Some Republicans think 'we have already done enough' pandemic aid

PBS, 30 Jul 2020
With Democrats and Republicans divided on key issues and time running out to pass a pandemic relief bill before some federal benefits and protections expire, congressional leaders met with the White House Wednesday in search of a path forward. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., joins Judy Woodruff to discuss unemployment, food stamps and why he wants this bill to cover only COVID-19.

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