On Christmas Day, Trump spent most of the day golfing, with close ally and Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, according to a source familiar with his activities. Without Trump’s signature on the coronavirus aid bill, about 14 million people will lose unemployment benefits on Saturday, and a partial government shutdown will begin on Tuesday. Trump this week issued dozens of pardons, including to former aides and four private security guards convicted of killing unarmed Iraqi civilians. Trump could also choose to take advantage of a situation known as a “pocket veto,” rather than outright vetoing the coronavirus aid package. If he does issue a veto, the House and Senate could try to override it next week.

Source: Dhaka Tribune December 26, 2020 03:56 UTC