Mixed Reactions as House Passes Debt Ceiling Bill Despite Some Defections

The House passed a bipartisan bill to raise the debt ceiling until January 2025 and make spending cuts in numerous areas with support from both parties. However, 71 Republicans and 46 Democrats defied party leaders and voted against the bill. Many conservative hardliners have slammed the bill for not going far enough to cut spending, while some progressive Democrats have criticized the legislation for increasing work requirements for programs like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and the spending cuts.