Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 5/31/23: Critical Debt Vote Today, Conservatives Threaten McCarthy Ouster, China and US Pilots Near Miss, Secret Abortion Poll, Millennial Misery Ignored, Ted Cruz Defends LGBTQ, James Comey Defends FBI, Pentagon Slush Funds
May 31, 2023
A pivotal vote on the Debt Ceiling takes center stage, revealing tensions within the GOP and conservatives threatening McCarthy's leadership. Meanwhile, a Chinese jet's near miss with a U.S. pilot raises concerns about international relations. A secret abortion poll shows Republicans struggling in swing states, while millennials' economic hardships are ignored by the media. Ted Cruz's defense of LGBTQ rights sparks debate, and James Comey's defense of the FBI raises eyebrows. The Pentagon's soaring budget gets scrutiny amidst calls for fiscal responsibility.
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Debt Ceiling Deal Dynamics
- The debt ceiling deal vote is critical, with McCarthy needing many Republicans.
- The White House and Senate seem confident about the deal's passage.
Republican Discontent with Messaging
- McCarthy's strategy of selling the debt deal as a win is upsetting some Republicans.
- They wanted him to be more transparent about the problems and compromises.
Chip Roy on the Deal
- Chip Roy says no Republican should vote for the deal.
- He claims Democrats are gleeful because the deal is bad for Republicans.