The US economy needs more stimulus. Is any coming?

London (CNN Business)Economists are still calling for another US stimulus package to boost the economy as Americans head into an uncertain fall. But it's not clear that lawmakers can come to terms after talks stalled last month, especially as the November election nears. What's happening: Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin told lawmakers on Tuesday that he believes "a bipartisan agreement still should be reached," and later spoke to Democratic House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. Still, longstanding disagreements remain. After the call, Pelosi expressed concerns about Mnuchin suggesting a smaller deal in the near term, arguing that economists demand more. "Sadly, this phone call made clear that...