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Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar
5/25/23: DeSantis Announces, Trump Mauls DeSantis with Announcement Memes, Republican Progress Debt Ceiling, Uvalde 1 Year Later, Ukraine Behind Drone Attacks, China EV Race, Public Housing Solution, Skanda Amarnath Explains Debt Ceiling Solution
May 25, 2023
01:35:15
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Skanda Amarnath, a debt ceiling solution expert, joins Krystal and Saagar to discuss the potential solution to the debt ceiling problem. Other interesting topics include the tumultuous DeSantis 2024 announcement, the Republican progress on the debt ceiling, Ukraine's involvement in drone attacks, a city's solution to rent nightmares, Biden's loss to China in the EV race, and challenges in the US housing market.
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- Republicans are optimistic about reaching a deal to lift the debt limit, while House Democrats express anger and feel they might have to vote for a package that favors GOP demands with little in return.
- The Treasury's refusal to explore alternative solutions to the debt ceiling issue has allowed Republicans to dictate the terms of the negotiation and increased the cost of raising the debt ceiling.
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Republicans hopeful for a debt limit deal
Republicans are optimistic about reaching a deal to lift the debt limit. They anticipate the debt limit will be extended through 2024 as part of the agreement. GOP leaders feel confident they can secure the support of the majority of the House Republican Conference. However, House Democrats are expressing anger and feel that they might be asked to vote for a package that favors GOP demands with little in return for them. The Biden administration will need to work hard to get the package through, and it is seen as a test for Hakeem Jeffries and Kathryn Clark. Although progress is being made, the deal still needs to go through legislative processes and may face challenges in both the Republican and Democratic caucuses.
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