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Debt Default Looms: Urgent Congressional Action Needed by July

3/24/2025

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The Bipartisan Policy Center warns of a potential U.S. debt default by mid-July without Congressional action.
The “X-date” for default could vary from mid-July to early October based on Treasury actions.
Fiscal responsibility is essential for economic stability, emphasizes Margaret Spellings, president of the think tank.
The debt limit was last suspended in 2023, necessitating new measures amid rising spending pressures.
Republicans plan to pursue tax cuts through budget reconciliation, though internal divisions may delay progress.

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The Bipartisan Policy Center warns of a potential U.S. debt default by mid-July without Congressional action.
The “X-date” for default could vary from mid-July to early October based on Treasury actions.
Fiscal responsibility is essential for economic stability, emphasizes Margaret Spellings, president of the think tank.
The debt limit was last suspended in 2023, necessitating new measures amid rising spending pressures.
Republicans plan to pursue tax cuts through budget reconciliation, though internal divisions may delay progress.