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McCarthy says negotiators ‘made progress’ but no deal as default deadline nears

Friday, May 26

(WASHINGTON) -- With potential default just six days away, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy arrived at the Capitol Friday telling reporters he remained optimistic despite no deal in hand.McCarthy said negotiators "made progress" overnight but wouldn't get into specifics of the framework being discussed."And I'm... Read More.

Debt ceiling negotiators ‘making progress,’ Biden says even as deal remains elusive

Thursday, May 25

(WASHINGTON) -- Seeking to strike a reassuring tone despite days of negotiations, President Joe Biden said Thursday afternoon that he's had several "productive conversations" with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and their teams are "making progress" on debt ceiling talks as the country inches closer... Read More.

McCarthy sends GOP negotiators to White House 8 days before potential default

Wednesday, May 24

(WASHINGTON) -- After three weeks of negotiations and eight days from a possible default, as of Wednesday there was still no breakthrough in talks to avert potential financial catastrophe as soon as June 1.Shortly before noon, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy told reporters he was sending... Read More.

McCarthy sends GOP negotiators to White House eight days before potential default

Wednesday, May 24

(WASHINGTON) -- After three weeks of negotiations and eight days from a possible default, as of Wednesday there was still no breakthrough in talks to avert a potential financial catastrophe as soon as June 1.Shortly before noon, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy told reporters he... Read More.

McCarthy praises debt limit negotiators, but GOP hardliners say talks should stop

Thursday, May 18

(WASHINGTON) -- As House Speaker Kevin McCarthy expressed his most positive view yet on debt ceiling talks, a group of hardline conservatives on Thursday urged Republicans to stop negotiating altogether.McCarthy said that while no deal has been reached, they're in a "much better place"... Read More.