Senator McConnell on Debt Ceiling
Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY) spoke about raising the debt ceiling.
Members debated legislation to raise the debt ceiling. A later vote on the measure failed 97 to 318, with seven Democrats voting present.
Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY) spoke about raising the debt ceiling.
Senator Ben Cardin (D-MD) spoke about the ongoing debate over raising the debt ceiling.
Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) spoke about the consequences of not raising the debt ceiling.
Senators debated proposals to raise the debt ceiling and deficit reduction measures.