Sep 10, 2020

COVID-19 adds more weight to Mexico’s collapsing economy

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Senators will vote on a “skinny” economic relief package. Also, indoor dining is about to return to New York. We also take a look at the ripple effect of Mexico’s struggling economy.

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Senators to vote on economic stimulus

Scott Tong helps break down the Senate’s “skinny” plan.

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David Brancaccio Host

Victoria Craig Host, BBC

Stephen Ryan Senior Producer, BBC

Jonathan Frewin Producer, BBC

Daniel Shin Producer

Jay Siebold Technical Director

Meredith Garretson Morbey Senior Producer

Alex Schroeder Producer

Erika Soderstrom Producer

Rose Conlon Producer

Brian Allison Technical Director

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