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Congress Poised to Pass Ambitious Climate Bill as Manchin Agrees to Support
22:16 - 24:02 (01:45)
Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia agreed to support the climate bill, negotiated by a small group of Democrats, which would set aside $369 billion for climate and energy proposals. Meanwhile, President Biden tested positive for COVID-19 again and had to cancel some of his upcoming trips.
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Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia has agreed to support the most ambitious climate bill in U.S. history, negotiated by a small group of Democrats mostly in secret, after provisions were added to benefit his home state.
22:16 - 24:02 (01:45)
Climate Bill, COVID-19
Summary
Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia has agreed to support the most ambitious climate bill in U.S. history, negotiated by a small group of Democrats mostly in secret, after provisions were added to benefit his home state. President Biden tested positive for COVID-19 again on Saturday, but has not reported any symptoms.