Trump's $5,000 checks get chilly Senate GOP reception
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from Axios · North America
Data: OMB; Chart: Erin Davis/Axios VisualsSenate Republicans are doubtful — and, in some cases, dismissive — of President Trump's proposal to give Americans $5,000 checks if Republicans keep control of Congress.Why it matters: Trump's proposal isn't dead on arrival. But Republicans aren't exactly lining up behind it either."I am withholding judgment on the bill until I see their list of pay-fors," Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) said. "I don't support going and borrowing $1.2 trillion to be able to write the checks.""I would need to see details on it," Sen. Ted Budd (R-N.C.) said.Sen. Steve Daines (
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