In a letter on Thursday, the group said Biden’s proposal of a one-time direct payment worth $1,400 would only “provide a temporary lifeline.”
- Over 50 progressive Democrats urged President Joe Biden on Thursday to consider sending recurring stimulus checks to Americans.
- The letter, signed by Reps. Ilhan Omar, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and others, doesn’t specify an amount, but the group has previously shown support for $2,000.
- Biden has proposed a one-time direct payment of $1,400 in his stimulus proposal.
Source: Progressives Democrats urge Biden to consider recurring stimulus checks – Business Insider
