There's a possibility that Americans will receive a second round of stimulus checks (even though many haven't received their first one). Can America afford to pay for another stimulus check? And have people reached a breaking point in quarantine? How much longer are people willing to stay inside? California Gov. Gavin Newsom is being sued for banning public protests. But while Newsom gets criticism, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott gets praise as he announces his plan to open the economy back up. And lastly, a source comes out in support of Tara Reade's allegations of sexual assault against Joe Biden.

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