This morning, Democrats once again decided to put their partisan politics ahead of delivering on the needs of the American people. In a pro forma session in the Senate, Democrats blocked a unanimous consent request from Majority Leader Mitch McConnell to pass standalone emergency funding for the hugely popular Paycheck Protection Program that is saving small-business jobs:

The Wall Street Journal: “Pelosi holds up small business”

Fox News: “Dems block McConnell bid to swiftly approve $250B more for small business fund”

CBS News: “Senate Democrats block $250 billion expansion of small business loan program”

NBC News: “Senate Democrats block GOP bid for $250 billion in coronavirus small-business funds”

The Paycheck Protection Program has already begun working and is protecting the livelihood of Americans all across the country:

As part of the #PaycheckProtectionProgram, businesses like @bittyandbeaus are able to rehire their staff and ensure that all 120 of their employees receive a paycheck.#AmericaWorksTogether 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/p8nuMPi1ad — House Republicans (@HouseGOP) April 8, 2020

The #PaycheckProtectionProgram is already helping small businesses all across America. 📍Amarillo, Texas "Amarillo National Bank announcing under the Paycheck Protection Program they've added up to 15,000 jobs being saved right here in Amarillo metro area." pic.twitter.com/XYlZV62sPg — House Republicans (@HouseGOP) April 8, 2020

More and more businesses are using the #PaycheckProtectionProgram's forgivable loans to keep their businesses open and pay their employees. 📍Chappaqua, New York "Having the money in the bank is almost like a safety net for us right now. I'll be able to pay my rent." pic.twitter.com/CJxGJ95Z3Y — House Republicans (@HouseGOP) April 8, 2020

Bottom Line: Democrats are using America’s small businesses as a pawn in their political games while Republicans remain dedicated to fighting for their livelihoods and provide this life raft for American businesses.