Obama says he had a "good meeting," but the impasse continues.
Republican leaders have presented a plan to temporarily raise the debt ceiling for six weeks, starting October 17, during which time negotiations will take place regarding the reopening of federal services and deficit reduction.
From the Lusa News Agency
Washington – US President Barack Obama had a “good meeting” with Republican leaders in the House of Representatives on Thursday regarding raising the debt ceiling, but did not comment on the opposition's proposal, the White House said.
"After a discussion about possible paths forward, no specific decision was made. The president hopes to continue making sustained progress with members of both parties," the U.S. Presidency added in a statement at the end of a meeting with Republican negotiators.
The leaders presented a plan to temporarily raise the debt ceiling for six weeks, starting October 17, during which time negotiations will take place regarding the reopening of federal services and deficit reduction.