Work requirements for benefit programs become red line in debt ceiling talks

By Samantha-Jo Roth

Published May 16, 2023 3:57pm ET

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Work requirements for benefit programs become red line in debt ceiling talks — "Policymakers should address the debt limit well in advance of the 'X-Date' range if they want to guarantee that the Treasury can continue to pay all of its bills in full and on time," said Shai Akabas, the group's fiscal policy director. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File) | Jacquelyn Martin

Tougher work requirements for social benefit programs are emerging as a red line in negotiations over an agreement to lift the nation’s borrowing limit, which top congressional leaders and President Joe Biden are expected to discuss during a meeting on Tuesday.

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