Congress Takes on Infrastructure Next Week

The transcript discusses the political dynamics surrounding the U.S. debt limit, highlighting Senator Rand Paul's push against deficits and the division in the House vote. It mentions the upcoming White House infrastructure proposal and its potential impact on deficit Hawks. The conversation shifts to the historical and current roles of deficit Hawks in both Republican and Democratic parties, noting a recent shift with some Democrats, like Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders, opposing excessive spending.

What was Senator Rand Paul's stance regarding the debt limit?

What concerns do deficit Hawks have about the upcoming infrastructure proposal?

What does the term 'deficit Hawks' refer to in the context of this discussion?

How have some Democrats shifted their views on deficits in recent years?

What was the reaction of Senator Elizabeth Warren regarding the proposed spending?