Ongoing negotiations between the White House and Congressional Democrats continue to be at an impasse, with Democrats pushing for a long-term planning and financial aid while the Trump Administration seeking a short-term deal, The New York Times reports.

“The president’s determined to spend what we need to spend,” said Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin on the ABC program “This Week” Sunday. “We’re acting very quickly now.”

The White House has taken over discussions with Democrats after Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell was unable to forge legislation that his own republican caucus would support.

With the expiration of the previous relief package July 31st, millions of Americans face the loss of a $600 weekly unemployment federal supplement, as well as protections against eviction for renters and mortgage holders.

There are chasms between the packages supported by the two sides.  The Senate program would’ve cut federal unemployment supplements to $200, a position the White House seems to have softened on.  But republicans are also seeking tax breaks and liability protection for businesses where workers may contract the coronavirus.

The Democrats’ plan would ensure increased unemployment benefits and extend eviction protections.  Additionally, the Democrats want to ensure state and local governments get financial assistance to alleviate the financial shortages municipalities are facing due to historic economic losses.