Yet another week of headlines were dominated by the expanding coronavirus pandemic. With no portion of society left untouched by the virus, the 2020 Democratic candidates have been forced to alter their campaign strategies.

For front-runner and former Vice President Joe Biden, this means conducting a virtual campaign.

On Wednesday night, the former veep held a virtual happy hour on his website. The online meeting saw over 310,000 visitors join and is only one of a multitude of digital events and television appearances that Biden has added to his schedule.

However, the transition online has been all but smooth. Recent virtual events hosted by the Biden campaign have been stricken by long delays and significant technical difficulties.

Amid these obstacles, Biden’s campaign announced efforts to improve the digital format.

On Friday, President Trump signed a historic $2 trillion coronavirus relief package just after House approval. While left-leaning articles highlight that the fear of coronavirus seems to be rising, right-leaning articles highlight that Trump marveled at how much the stimulus package cost.

There are 5424 news articles covering this topic. 21% (1150) are left leaning, 41% (2223) center, 38% (2051) right leaning.

From the left: Trump signs $2 trillion coronavirus bill into law, Washington Post
From the center: Coronavirus task force holds briefing after Trump signs aid package, NPR
From the right: Trump signs historic $2T stimulus bill, Fox News

Also in the news: There was bipartisan frustration with Representative Thomas Massie, R-Ky., ahead of the vote on a $2 trillion coronavirus relief bill, as he threatened to upend plans for a speedy voice vote on the bill by demanding an in-person roll call. While left-leaning articles highlight Massie’s declining reputation, right-leaning articles highlight reasons why Massie wanted to delay the legislation.

Last week, nearly 3.3 million Americans applied for unemployment benefits amid the widespread economic shutdown caused by the coronavirus. While left-leaning articles highlight that the scale of the rescue plan is likely too small, right-leaning articles highlight the staggering rise in unemployment claims within the past two weeks.

There are 3808 news articles covering this topic. 35% (1330) are left leaning, 40% (1508) center, 25% (970) right leaning.

From the left: Staggering jobs why even a $2 trillion virus rescue plan is too small, CNN
From the center: 3.3 million seek US jobless aid, nearly 5 times earlier high, AP
From the right: US jobless claims: Record 3.2 million seek unemployment benefits, NY Post

Also in the news:  Coverage continues on the Senate approved $2.2 trillion coronavirus stimulus package, which includes $300 million in direct payments to individuals. While left-leaning articles highlight the intense bipartisan negotiations that took place before passing the $2 trillion relief bill, right-leaning articles highlight Republican Representative Thomas Massie’s intentions to delay the coronavirus stimulus package vote.

On Wednesday, the Trump administration and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell announced that the White House and Senate reached a deal for a $2 trillion spending package. While left-leaning articles highlight the main components of the package, right-leaning articles highlight central Republican-led aspects of the bill.

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From the left: 5 key things in the $2 trillion coronavirus stimulus package, New York Times
From the center: White House senate agree to $2 trillion coronavirus rescue package, NPR
From the right: White House senate strike deal on $2 trillion stimulus package, NY Post

Also in the news: On Tuesday, President Trump said that he aimed to reopen the country for business by Easter, despite widespread warnings from public health experts, who say that the worst effects of the coronavirus were still weeks away. While left-leaning articles highlight the discrepancy between warnings by health officials and Trump’s comments, right-leaning articles highlight data from health officials which show the coronavirus pandemic continuing over 10 weeks.

On Tuesday, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said a Senate agreement regarding the third wave of emergency funding to address the coronavirus could be “hours” away. While left-leaning articles highlight crucial breakthroughs for the deal by Democrats, right-leaning articles highlight President Trump’s approval of the negotiations.

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From the left: Democrats near deal with White House on stimulus package, New York Times
From the center: Pelosi says there is 'real optimism' over coronavirus financial package, NPR
From the right: Congress close to reaching deal on $2 trillion coronavirus aid, NY Post

Also in the news: As the impacts of coronavirus continue to spread, House lawmakers are weighing the option of proxy voting for those who want to skip out on in-person votes. Proxy voting allows one member to submit votes on behalf of many of their colleagues. While left-leaning articles highlight House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s disapproval of remote voting, right-leaning articles review Representatives Eric Swalwell and Katie Porter’s letter urging a change in voting procedure.

Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, stated that him and Trump agree on substantive issues, but have not always agreed on the facts surrounding the coronavirus outbreak. While left-leaning articles highlight the White House’s winnowing patience towards Dr. Fauci, right-leaning articles highlight Dr. Fauci and President Trump’s abilities to work through their disagreements.

There are 5266 news articles covering this topic. 28% (1474) are left leaning, 37% (1934) center, 35% (1858) right leaning.

From the left: Trump Gives Fauci Unusual Leeway but Losing Patience, New York Times
From the center: Fauci addresses Trump coronavirus claims, USA Today
From the right: Dr. Fauci will ‘keep pushing’ with Trump despite disagreements, NY Post

Also in the news: A coronavirus aid package costing more than $1 trillion failed the necessary procedural vote in the Senate. While left-leaning articles highlight that the Treasury secretary and top Senate Democrat have almost reached a deal, right-leaning articles highlight Democrats’ obstruction of progress towards a bill.