Biden, McCarthy and their allies are framing the deal as victories for their respective parties. Notably, McCarthy is touting the deal in the face of Biden’s past and insistent refusal to negotiate over the debt ceiling. The deal also keeps non-defense spending levels “roughly flat with the 2023 levels in 2024,” a White House official said. COVID-19 relief fundsThe deal claws back $30 billion in unused funds from emergency COVID-19 relief packages. SNAP work requirementsThe bill will gradually phase in temporary work requirements for adults up to age 54, according to a White House official.

Source: Los Angeles Times May 29, 2023 21:54 UTC