Rep. Yarmuth on Bipartisanship, Debt Ceiling, DACA

The transcript discusses the potential for bipartisanship in U.S. politics, focusing on the leverage Democrats have in debt ceiling and government funding negotiations. It highlights an unexpected collaboration between President Trump and Democratic leaders, which deviated from usual patterns. The discussion also covers the implications of possibly eliminating the debt ceiling and the non-negotiable stance of Democrats on wall funding. The impact of these political moves on Republican leadership and the reactions of constituents are also explored.

What are the two instances where Democrats have leverage to enforce bipartisanship?

• Immigration policy and trade agreements

• Debt ceiling and government funding

• Military spending and education reform

• Healthcare reform and tax cuts

What was surprising about President Trump's meeting with Democratic leaders?

• He refused to meet with them

• He accepted the Democratic position over the Republican one

• He announced a new healthcare plan

• He decided to resign

What is the Democrats' stance on the debt ceiling?

• They want to eliminate it

• They want to tie it to wall funding

• They consider it too important to negotiate with other policies

• They want to lower it significantly

What is the Democrats' position on the wall?

• They consider it non-negotiable

• They want to build it faster

• They support partial funding

• They are open to negotiations

How did President Trump's short-term deal with Democrats affect Republican leadership?

• It strengthened their position

• It had no impact

• It led to a new alliance

• It weakened their leadership