President Trump’s abrupt announcement, via Twitter, on Oct. 6 that he was pulling out of negotiations over a new coronavirus relief and economic stimulus package will cause severe harm to construction contractors and workers, industry officials say. Some industry groups are urging the president to reopen the talks.
Trump also said he would revisit the matter after the election. But he roiled the waters further within the next 24 hours, again using Twitter, to call for additional funds, but narrowly targeted.