Congressional Divide Persists Over Debt Limit Deal

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Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) downplayed initial conservative opposition to the debt ceiling deal, saying it was only the “most colorful” conservatives who were opposed. Johnson said that House Speaker Kevin McCarthy made no concessions to President Joe Biden, calling it “a remarkable conservative accomplishment.” He particularly praised efforts to “unlock American energy” by making it easier to get energy projects approved.
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