U.S. disaster aid bill blocked again as Republican objects – Reuters
U.S. disaster aid bill blocked again as Republican objects Reuters
A U.S. Republican lawmaker on Thursday blocked a $ 19.1 billion package to help Americans recover from a string of natural disasters, delaying passage for at least a few more days until the full House of Representatives can vote on it next week. President Donald Trump supports the bill and the Senate passed it a week ago before leaving Washington for a recess. House Democrats have tried three times since last Friday to win quick, unanimous approval on a voice vote. But with most lawmakers out of town until Monday, conservative House Republicans have been able to block passage each of the thr…