Reid Backs Debt Deal, Lawmakers Are ‘Close’

Hours after shelving his own debt ceiling plan, Harry Reid has given his blessing to a deal being furiously negotiated on Capitol Hill, reports Politico. “Senator Reid has signed off on the debt-ceiling agreement pending caucus approval,” said a statement this afternoon from Reid’s office. The legislation is cautiously expected…

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Reid Backs Debt Deal, Lawmakers Are ‘Close’

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