The Daily The Ticking Clock of a U.S. Debt Default
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May 26, 2023 
Jim Tankersley, White House correspondent for The New York Times, dives into the high-stakes negotiations over the U.S. debt ceiling. He discusses how White House officials and Republican lawmakers are racing against the clock to prevent a default that could shake the global economy. The conversation highlights partisan divisions, the implications of proposed spending cuts, and the critical need for bipartisan support. Tankersley also explores the legislative hurdles within a divided Congress, showcasing the complex political maneuvers at play.
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Debt Ceiling Crisis Negotiations
- The US government is nearing its debt limit, risking default and financial system collapse.
- President Biden, initially against negotiating the debt ceiling, now engages with Republicans to avert this crisis.
Biden's Negotiation Rationale
- Biden chose negotiation to avoid potential economic disaster and political fallout from a default.
- Public blame for a default appeared evenly split, influencing his decision.
Negotiation Tactics
- Initial negotiations involved discarding extreme demands from both sides, like tax increases or climate agenda rollbacks.
- The focus shifted to areas of potential agreement, like clawing back unspent COVID relief funds.