3/4: A major compromise on COVID relief means financial help for Americans could soon be on the way.

Extra security has been added to Capitol Hill today, and House lawmakers chose not to meet in person as a precaution. The Senate could soon debate a new COVID economic relief bill, after President Biden agreed to a compromise that limits who will be eligible for stimulus checks. In the House, Democrats have passed a landmark new voting rights bill. New York Governor Andrew Cuomo says he won't resign over sexual harassment claims made by three women. Texas and Mississippi's governors face harsh criticism and some praise for ending their statewide mask requirements. There's a new round of protests this morning in Myanmar, one day after the bloodiest day since a military coup.

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