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How the $1.9 trillion stimulus plan could reduce poverty in the US

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The relief plan approved by the House of Representatives on Wednesday is designed to curb the economic downturn, but studies show it could also reduce poverty in the US by around a third. We take a closer look. Also, the European Central Bank's governing council meets amid concern over rising bond yields and a Spanish factory making chessboards sees a boost thanks to a certain Netflix series.

Added on the 11/03/2021 09:16:14 - Copyright : France 24 EN

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