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

Oct. 22, 2021, 2:47 PM UTC

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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