1. The White House and Republicans Reach a Tentative Agreement on Debt Ceiling Principle link On May 28th, according to CNN, the White House and House Republicans have reached a tentative agreement on raising the debt ceiling in the United States. Both sides will review the agreement text overnight to ensure it aligns with the tentative agreement. According to NBC News, House Speaker McCarthy stated in a press conference that the agreement text is expected to be released on Sunday, and a vote on the debt ceiling agreement will take place on Wednesday. The agreement includes historic spending cuts and important reform measures aimed at helping people escape poverty, enter the workforce, and limit excessive government intervention. There are no new taxes or new government programs involved.