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<p>Washington is already talking about a second round of stimulus payments for US taxpayers.</p>

When will a second stimulus check come? What happens Thursday could make all the difference

A last-ditch effort to agree on a stimulus bill this week could punch the gas or hit the brakes on a second direct payment. Here's the update.

Articleby Clifford ColbySeptember 30, 2020 6:30 PM PDT

Facebook's high-profile critics urge it to do more to safeguard US elections

The group, which calls itself the Real Facebook Oversight Board, accuses the social network of not enforcing its own rules.

Articleby Queenie WongSeptember 30, 2020 4:41 PM PDT

Stimulus check money: Here's what we know about how big your second relief payment may be

Congress could finalize a deal on a new relief package soon. Here's what we know about the possible size of a future direct payment and how the IRS could get it to you.

Articleby Clifford ColbySeptember 30, 2020 3:15 PM PDT

Presidential debate memes: 'Worse than a Real Housewives fight'

CNN calls it a "shitshow," among other non-flattering names. Here's how the internet reacted to a volatile presidential debate between President Donald Trump and Joe Biden.

Articleby Gael Fashingbauer CooperSeptember 30, 2020 1:57 PM PDT

<p>Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez sent a letter to the Securities and Exchange Commission on Sept. 17 requesting an investigation on Palantir.</p>

AOC called for investigation on Palantir before it went public

Her Sept. 17 letter to the SEC requested that the surveillance company disclose details about its government ties and data security protections.

Articleby Alfred NgSeptember 30, 2020 11:35 AM PDT

<p>What's the cut off for a second stimulus check?</p>

Second stimulus check requirements: How more people would qualify this time around

A new House bill is now on the table that includes a second payment and cements one major change to eligibility in a stimulus check.

Articleby Clifford ColbySeptember 30, 2020 11:30 AM PDT

<p>The debate was worse than Chewbacca's fashion sense.</p>

Best presidential debate meme: How Trump-Biden showdown was worst thing ever

Mark Hamill declares the clash worse than the infamous Star Wars Holiday Special, but was it worse than Sharknado?

Articleby Gael Fashingbauer CooperSeptember 30, 2020 10:05 AM PDT

<p>A new stimulus bill could help behind a second check.</p>

Stimulus package talks: New House bill is on the table. Here's who it could help

House Democrats have queued up a new economic relief bill that would include a second $1,200 stimulus check and renewed unemployment benefits. Here are the main points on the package, and if it might pass before the election.

Articleby Clifford ColbySeptember 30, 2020 9:30 AM PDT