McConnell Says Any Deal on Stimulus Unlikely Before Election

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said the differences are likely too big and the time is too short for Congress to agree on a new comprehensive stimulus package before the election, despite President Donald Trump’s renewed interest in striking a deal.

“I believe that we do need another rescue package, but the proximity to the elections and the differences of opinion about what is needed are pretty vast,” McConnell said at an event in his home state of Kentucky.

He also said that while both sides agree on the need for aid to U.S. airlines, that too is unlikely ...