President Trump will attend the Senate Republican conference’s lunch Tuesday afternoon to discuss potential economic measures to stem the fallout of the coronavirus.
An administration official confirmed that Trump, White House senior adviser Jared Kushner and trade adviser Peter Navarro will make the trip down Pennsylvania Avenue for the meeting. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchinand National Economic Council Director Larry Kudlow are also expected to attend.
Trump is expected to pitch GOP senators on his proposals for boosting an uncertain economy as the coronavirus rattles financial markets and leaves Americans on edge. The president said a day earlier that he would push for a payroll tax cut, relief for hourly workers and support for small businesses. Targeted relief for industries hardest hit could also be considered. Continue reading.