President Biden Signs Debt Limit Hike, But December Standoff Looms

President Biden Signs Debt Limit Hike, But December Standoff Looms

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Social Studies, History, Political Science

9th - 12th Grade

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The transcript discusses a temporary agreement between Senate Democrats and Republicans to lift the debt ceiling until December 3rd. Minority Leader Mitch McConnell warns Democrats that they should not expect Republican support in the future and suggests they include the measure in their reconciliation package.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the agreement between Senate Democrats and Republicans?

The ceiling was permanently removed.

The ceiling was lifted until December 3rd.

The ceiling was lowered.

The ceiling was unchanged.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Mitch McConnell warn the Democrats about?

He will resign from his position.

He will negotiate a new deal.

He will not help them next time.

He will support them next time.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did McConnell suggest Democrats could do regarding the measure?

Include it in their reconciliation package.

Seek Republican support again.

Abandon the measure entirely.

Postpone the decision indefinitely.