What recent event gave the speaker confidence in managing the debt ceiling?
Mnuchin Says Debt Ceiling Must Be Raised by Fall

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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A large collection of tax receipts
A decrease in government spending
An increase in foreign investments
A reduction in national debt
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Why does the speaker believe raising the debt ceiling is necessary?
To increase government spending
To reduce taxes for citizens
To maintain the full faith and credit of the US government
To initiate new government projects
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is the speaker's stance on pairing the debt ceiling raise with spending cuts?
It is the only way to balance the budget
It should be avoided at all costs
It is a technicality to be decided by leadership
It is a necessary measure
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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When does the speaker expect the debt ceiling issue to be resolved?
Immediately
In the fall
By the end of the year
Next summer
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What alternative method is mentioned for lifting the debt ceiling if Congress faces delays?
Increasing taxes
Using the 14th amendment
Cutting government programs
Issuing new bonds
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