Debt limit deal wins House passage, easing US default concerns

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Debt limit deal wins House passage, easing US default concerns

Fri, 06/02/2023 - 13:16
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WASHINGTON — The House passed debt limit legislation forged by President Joe Biden and Speaker Kevin McCarthy that would impose restraints on government spending through the 2024 election and avert a destabilizing U.S. default. Lawmakers from both parties joined to approve the bill 314-117 Wednesday evening, sending the measure to the Senate for consideration as a default deadline draws near…

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