Congressional Republicans face a critical deadline ahead as they must secure approval to raise the national debt ceiling before the new year. Failure to act could hand Democrats leverage in negotiations, potentially allowing them to block funding or other measures unless key demands are met. The move underscores a high-stakes political showdown over fiscal responsibility and legislative priorities. With time running short, the outcome could reshape budgetary and economic policy in the coming months.


Republicans have a very important to-do list item to complete before January — they must raise the debt ceiling. Otherwise, Democrats will be gifted a powerful bargaining tool, able to withhold votes ...