Republicans accuse Democrats of placing electoral politics before the economic stimulus.
There’s almost no chance of getting legislation written and passed by Congress before the Nov. 3 election.
Optimism that a deal can be reached remains, but it is fading amid a partisan impasse.
The sides have been at an impasse since August, and time is running out for a deal before the Nov. 3 election.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi suggested that Democrats might be willing to cut more from their proposal.
The chasm between the two sides has governors and mayors from both parties on the edge.
Pelosi was optimistic that Republicans would "come around" to her views on further pandemic relief.
The House gave last-minute approval Wednesday to extending the Paycheck Protection Program.
Some Democrats fear a Bernie Sanders candidacy could spell trouble in tight Congressional races.
The impeachment inquiry could consume the nation's attention for months to come.