Title: Bracing for Defections: The Fraught Path to a Debt Limit Deal As the nation approaches the debt limit deadline, House Speaker Kevin McCarthy finds himself walking a tightrope. With right-wing Republicans determined to oppose any bipartisan compromise, McCarthy faces a difficult road ahead in the narrowly divided House. The debt limit is an issue that should transcend partisan politics, as it affects the entire country. But unfortunately, politics has made compromise difficult. The right-wing Republicans have already made it clear they will not support any measure that raises the limit, regardless of what concessions Democrats may offer. This puts McCarthy in a tough position. He must find a way to push a compromise through a Republican caucus that is increasingly divided. If he fails, the consequences could be dire for the country's economy. The path ahead is fraught with danger, but there is no choice but to push forward. We need leaders who are willing to put aside their partisan differences and work together for the good of the country. The issues we face are too important to allow petty politics to stand in the way. McCarthy must show courage and leadership. He must be willing to stand up to the right-wing of his party and work with Democrats to find a path forward. It won't be easy, but it's the only way we can avoid a financial catastrophe. The deadline is fast approaching, and the stakes couldn't be higher. We need McCarthy to step up and lead us through this crisis. The country is counting on him. With right-wing Republicans all but certain to oppose any bipartisan compromise, the speaker has a narrow path to push one through the closely divided House.
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