Pelosi Says Spending Deal Is Close, Is ‘Very Optimistic’

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says a deal on President Joe Biden’s economic agenda is close.

• “We had a very positive meeting this morning,” Pelosi tells reporters. “I’m very optimistic”
• Pelosi says she is talking to House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer about possible votes next week
• NOTE: Biden Hunts for Cash to Fund Agenda After Setback on Tax Rates

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