Biden Says He Can't Promise the U.S. Won't Breach the Debt Ceiling

Biden Says He Can't Promise the U.S. Won't Breach the Debt Ceiling

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The transcript discusses a letter received regarding a political issue, the response to it, and past experiences with similar situations. It highlights the urgency of addressing the debt limit and the potential consequences if not resolved. The speaker expresses uncertainty about the outcome, emphasizing the role of Mitch McConnell in the decision-making process.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the speaker plan to do after receiving the letter?

Ignore it

Discuss it with Mitch

Send a reply immediately

File it away

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker hope to achieve in the conversation with Mitch?

A written agreement

A quick resolution

An honest discussion

A public debate

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's proposed solution to the debt limit issue?

Seek international assistance

Vote on the existing Senate proposal

Wait for the next election

Negotiate a new deal

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who does the speaker believe holds the key to avoiding the debt ceiling crisis?

The Speaker of the House

The Federal Reserve

The President

Mitch McConnell

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's level of certainty about the US not reaching the debt ceiling?

Completely certain

Somewhat certain

Uncertain

Indifferent