Will Congress Pass the Debt-Limit Deal?

The video discusses the current status of the debt limit deal, which is set to be voted on in the House if it passes the Rules Committee. House lawmakers are returning to Washington to vote on the bill, despite being in their districts for Memorial Day. The first test is the Rules Committee, where Speaker McCarthy will navigate his members. If it passes the House, the bill will move to the Senate, where challenges may arise from senators like Mike Lee and Lindsey Graham, who have concerns about spending cuts and defense spending. Biden and McCarthy are working to gather centrist support to ensure the bill's passage before the June 5th deadline.

What is the first step in the debt limit deal process discussed in the video?

• President's signature

• Approval by the Rules Committee in the House

• Public referendum

• Passing the bill through the Senate

Which senator is mentioned as wanting deep spending cuts to raise the debt ceiling?

• Chuck Schumer

• Mike Lee

• Mitch McConnell

• Lindsey Graham

What is the hardline deadline for the debt ceiling according to the Treasury Secretary?

• June 1st

• June 5th

• June 10th

• June 15th

What is the main concern of Senator Lindsey Graham regarding the debt limit deal?

• Lack of healthcare funding

• Increased education budget

• Excessive tax cuts

• Insufficient defense spending

What strategy are Biden and McCarthy using to ensure the deal's passage?

• Working with international allies

• Coalescing centrists in their parties

• Holding public rallies

• Appealing to the media