Massie objects, coronavirus stimulus passes House anyway

The largest fiscal relief measure in U.S. history is on its way to President Donald Trump's desk after the House cleared a roughly $2.3 trillion package of direct aid to families, businesses, hospitals and states.

House leaders intended to live up to their "social distancing" mandate and limit the number of lawmakers needed on the House floor through passing it by unanimous consent or by voice vote.

However, a threat from Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., to call for a recorded vote led House leaders to call on members to return to Washington in order to assemble the necessary quorum, or majority of the House.

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