Money ‘Real people are hurting.’ Biden says weak jobs report shows why $1.9 trillion in COVID relief is needed February 5, 2021 Michael Collins, USA TODAY Comments Off on ‘Real people are hurting.’ Biden says weak jobs report shows why $1.9 trillion in COVID relief is needed President Joe Biden pushes for $1.9 trillion in COVID relief as lackluster jobs report shows U.S. economy continues to sputter amid global pandemic.