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May 29, 2023, 11:25 p.m.

Brooks and Capehart on the chances of reaching a debt ceiling deal before default + Newswrap 5/30/23 + Student video

Summary

New York Times columnist David Brooks and Washington Post associate editor Jonathan Capehart join Geoff Bennett to discuss the week in politics, including the ongoing negotiations in Washington to raise the nation's debt ceiling and Republicans Sen. Tim Scott and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis officially launch their presidential campaigns. Time marker: Watch video through 4m:36s for the sake of time and answer the questions below. For a transcript of this story, click here . News wrap alternative : Check out recent segments from the NewsHour, and choose the story you’re most interested in watching! You can find more stories from the weekend here and here . You can make a Google doc copy of discussion questions that work for any of the stories here.

Five Facts

  1. Who are the main decision-makers involved in reaching a debt ceiling deal?
  2. What are the key factors that contribute to the chances of reaching a debt ceiling deal before default?
  3. When is the deadline for reaching a debt ceiling deal to prevent a default, and what are the potential consequences if a deal is not reached in time?
  4. How would it effect the economy and the country as a whole if a default were to occur?
  5. Why is it crucial to reach a debt ceiling deal before default?

Focus Questions

What are some of the key challenges and potential solutions that lawmakers face in reaching a debt ceiling deal before the country reaches a default, and how might these decisions impact the economy and everyday citizens? News analysis : How might different media sources and news outlets report on the chances of reaching a debt ceiling deal before default? Alternative : See, Think, Wonder : What did you notice? What did the story make you think? What story would you want to find out more about? Where would you go to learn more?

For More

What students can do : Discuss as a class or with family what the impact will be if the U.S. defaults on its debt. Who would be most affected?

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