The $900 billion deal includes new checks of $600 for individuals and extended unemployment support of $300 per month through March 2021.
After nearly two months of civic unrest and riots over the killing of George Floyd, the U.S. House voted to remove statues of Confederate figures in the Capitol.
Republicans in Congress have filed a lawsuit against Speaker Nancy Pelosi over a new rule that allows representatives to delegate their votes to other members during the pandemic.
Congressman Chip Roy has once again objected to unanimous consent and forced House members to actually vote on federal spending.
According to sources close to The Texan, Putnam's primary run against long-time incumbent Kay Granger is expected to come next week.
