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tweeted after McConnell objected: “Unless Republicans have a death wish, and it is also the right thing to do, they must approve the $2000 payments ASAP. $600 IS NOT ENOUGH! Also, get rid of Section 230 – Don’t let Big Tech steal our Country, and don’t let the Democrats steal the Presidential Election. Get tough!”
McConnell did not explain his position on increasing check amounts, but before objecting said the Senate would “begin a process” this week to bring that request and Trump’s push for repeal of Section 230 immunity for social media companies and election reforms “into focus.” He did not elaborate.