Top of the Hour: Obama Outlines Economic Plan, Morning Headlines

The Takeaway

President Obama presented his $447 billion plan to boost the economy before a joint session of Congress last night. The plan, which is larger than expected, includes tax cuts for businesses that hire new workers and spending on infrastructure.

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