Impasses in Washington could play out across budget fights
Capitol Hill lawmakers foresee several paths to resolving funding the government and raising the debt limit, each blocked by party lines. Boehner might rely on Democrats to pass reopen and raise the debt ceiling, risking a revolt among conservatives. Democrats could concede modestly, but Republicans resist. a bipartisan grand bargain remains unlikely as both sides maintain core positions. Default looms if talks stall, risking swift damage to the economy.
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Boehner Demands Concessions Before Debt Hike Vote
The speaker ruled out a straight debt increase without concessions from President Obama. Treasury Secretary Lew warned Congress is riskily delaying acts to reopen the government and raise the $16.7 trillion debt limit.
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