Biden says GOP must move off ‘extreme’ positions, and that there will be no debt limit deal solely on its ‘partisan terms’
President Biden has urged the Republican Party to move away from “extreme” positions and stated that there will be no debt limit deal on “partisan terms.” The President’s remarks came at a time when the country is grappling with multiple challenges, including the ongoing pandemic and its economic fallout.
Speaking to reporters, the President said that it was time for the GOP to leave behind its extreme positions and start working towards the betterment of the country. He added that the Democrats were willing to engage in bipartisan negotiations, but that the Republicans needed to come to the table with a more moderate stance.
The President also spoke about the urgent need to address the debt limit issue, which is becoming increasingly contentious in Congress. He emphasized that there would be no deal on the debt limit if it was negotiated solely on partisan terms. Instead, he urged both parties to work together to find a compromise that would benefit the American people.
The President’s comments come amid growing frustration among Democrats towards the Republicans, who they see as unwilling to compromise on key issues. Some Democrats have accused the GOP of holding the country hostage by refusing to come to the negotiating table and engaging in obstructionist tactics.
Republicans, on the other hand, have accused the Democrats of pushing a far-left agenda that is out of touch with the needs of the American people. They have also raised concerns about the rising debt levels and the need for fiscal responsibility.
Despite these differences, both parties agree that the debt limit issue needs to be addressed urgently. Failure to do so could have serious consequences for the country’s economy and its standing in the world.
The President’s call for bipartisanship and moderation is likely to be welcomed by Democrats who have been pushing for more cooperation between the two parties. Whether the Republicans will heed the call, however, remains to be seen.