Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has warned of "economic and financial catastrophe" if the debt ceiling is not lifted or suspended by June 1. Congressman Patrick McHenry of North Carolina, Chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, is working to come up with a solution to the debt ceiling issue, noting that a "protracted" default could trigger a Great Recession type of scenario. Both are urging Congress and the White House to come to an agreement before the June 1 deadline in order to avoid economic disaster.
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The US is facing an unprecedented default as it reaches its legal borrowing limit, leading to a standoff between Congress and the White House. The recent influx of cash to the IRS has allowed it to process new and backlogged tax returns, giving policymakers a more precise picture of when the Treasury could run out of money. Republicans have proposed extending the deadline, though the White House has not made any commitments.
Two top congressional Republicans have issued a subpoena to the FBI for a document related to a possible bribery scheme involving President Joe Biden, which was brought to their attention by a whistleblower. The White House has accused the lawmakers of an "unfounded political attack" and the FBI is expected to respond to the subpoena in the coming days. The allegation has sparked a heated debate among Republicans, with some taking to Fox News to weigh in.
The United States is facing a potential debt crisis, with the possibility of defaulting on its debt as early as June 1. In response, House Democrats have taken the first procedural steps to try to force a House vote on a clean debt ceiling increase. President Biden has invited the top four congressional leaders to the White House on May 9 to discuss potential solutions to avert the crisis.
Prospect Park Mayor Mohamed T. Khairullah was denied entry to the White House for a reception celebrating Eid al-Fitr, despite the Secret Service declining to comment on individual security clearances. Khairullah expressed his disappointment and shock at the decision, highlighting the discrimination and prejudice that members of the Muslim community still face in the United States. President Biden spoke at the event, emphasizing the importance of religious freedom and tolerance.
The Biden administration has announced that the vaccine requirement for federal employees, federal contractors, and international travelers will be ending on May 11th, signaling confidence in the progress made in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic. The administration is continuing to take steps to ensure the health and safety of Americans, including providing financial assistance, expanding access to testing, and increasing the availability of vaccines.
James Corden aired his final episode of The Late Late Show on Thursday night, reflecting on the tumultuous times during his eight-year run and discussing iconic sketches such as "Carpool Karaoke". In his farewell speech, he implored his audience to remember the optimism that America has always stood for and to remember that we are all in this together. His final episode was a fitting tribute to the show and to the host himself.
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol and U.S. President Joe Biden celebrated the 70th anniversary of the U.S.-South Korea alliance with a state dinner at the White House. Yoon surprised the crowd by singing, joined by Broadway stars, and Biden was impressed by his vocal abilities. The performance highlighted the strong relationship between the two countries, following an agreement to counter North Korean nuclear threats.