Joe Biden defends his government’s social programs
Washington (United States), 10/21/2021.- US President Joe Biden delivers remarks during the 10th Anniversary celebration of the dedication of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial at the Tidal Basin in Washington, DC, USA, October 21, 2021 . (United States) EFE / EPA / Oliver Contreras / POOL
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The president of United States, Joe biden, has defended its government programs aimed at restoring the country and increasing social benefits, addressing the Congress to urge your approval, this week.
Biden, from his hometown of Scranton, in northeastern Pennsylvania, during a speech Wednesday, once again urged the Congress to approve their proposals, including the infrastructure and social security plan. “The United States is still the largest economy” in the world, “but we risk losing our advantage,” he agreed to AFP.
“From reducing emissions and protecting public health to stimulating economic growth, combating climate change is essential for all missions of the United States government,” noted the official White House Twitter account.
Another of its programs is Build Back Better, and its approaches include cutting the cost of child care in half for most American families.
This was stated by the president: “At this moment, the US ranks 35th out of the 37 main economies in public investment in child care. It has to change ”.
Additionally, Biden highlighted the expansion of the American Rescue Plan Child Tax Credit, providing a monthly check of $ 250 or $ 300 for each child. “That money already changes the lives of many working families. We need to keep it going, ”Biden said.
Ports
The Governor of California, Gavin Newsom, announced the signing of an executive order to ease the outlook for the state’s main ports, which are inducing difficulties in the supply chain.
Newson explained that the measure was presented by the problems in the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, since they mobilize 40% of the containers that enter the United States, compared to figures from the AP agency.
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