The NPR Politics Podcast Democrats Race Against Time
Nov 22, 2022
As Congress approaches a significant power shift, urgent legislative priorities are at the forefront. Debates over COVID aid and the debt ceiling are heating up, especially with a slim Republican majority looming. Meanwhile, there's a noteworthy push for marriage equality amidst ongoing challenges related to abortion rights. The potential reform of the Electoral Count Act is also discussed, targeting vulnerabilities exposed during the January 6th attack. Lastly, House Republicans' investigation into Hunter Biden's dealings prompts questions about political motives and upcoming election strategies.
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Lame Duck Priorities
- Democrats aim to address legislative priorities before losing House control.
- These include government funding, the debt ceiling, and codifying same-sex marriage.
Debt Ceiling Politics
- The debt ceiling is a recurring political battleground.
- House Republicans may pressure the Biden administration for concessions in exchange for raising it.
Same-Sex Marriage Bill
- A bill codifying same-sex marriage has gained bipartisan support in the Senate.
- This reflects a societal shift on the issue.