Democrats push for debt ceiling increase as deadline approaches.
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House Democrats have taken a procedural step that could enable them to force a vote to raise the debt ceiling, as the June 1 deadline of potential default approaches. However, Democrats would need Republican support for the step to go into effect, and it's unclear how much exists. A discharge petition can be used to force a floor vote, but only if a majority of House members sign on in support. 213 House Democrats would need the support of five Republicans. Some swing district GOP lawmakers are making clear they don't support the effort.
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