NPR: CDC Issues Sweeping Temporary Halt On Evictions Nationwide Amid Pandemic
The move could prevent millions of evictions that housing advocates warn are looming as people who’ve lost work run out of money. Landlords groups want to know who will pay for the lost rent.
This came after a three-month+ push from Democrats, several of whom raised concerns yesterday as the rent was due for millions.
Right now, 40 million Americans are at risk of eviction. Through no fault of their own, they can't make rent payments. And yet, more than 100 days after the House passed the #HeroesAct, Republicans still refuse to deliver critically needed rental assistance. #FamiliesFirst
— Nancy Pelosi (@SpeakerPelosi) September 1, 2020
