U.S. Treasury Warns on Debt Ceiling Ahead of July 31 Deadline

The video discusses the US debt ceiling, which was suspended by Congress and is set to return on July 31st. It explores the implications of a potential US default, with some Republicans suggesting they may delay the process. The Treasury Department is evaluating scenarios and taking extraordinary steps, such as halting investments in government pension plans, to manage the debt cap. However, these measures may not last as long as before, prompting a warning to both markets and Congress about the risks of delaying action.

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