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Trump to try going it alone on coronavirus aid after talks with Congress break down

21 Sept 06:04 Key points summarised by AI

White House talks with Democratic leaders collapsed over new coronavirus aid, prompting President Trump to consider executive action for relief.
Trump's advisors recommend issuing executive orders to restore enhanced unemployment benefits and halt evictions, bypassing Congress.
Key disagreements centered on the total aid amount (Democrats sought significantly more than the Republican offer) and funding for state/local governments.
The legality and effectiveness of presidential executive orders for federal spending are debated, as the U.S. Constitution grants Congress authority over appropriations.

Yesterday 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.