"Big Win For Americans": Biden On Debt Deal That Averts First-Ever Default

This bipartisan agreement is a big win for our economy and the American people, said Joe Biden.

US President Joe Biden welcomed Thursday's vote by the Senate to raise the national debt limit through 2024 and avert a first ever default as a "big win" for Americans.

"No one gets everything they want in a negotiation, but make no mistake: this bipartisan agreement is a big win for our economy and the American people," he tweeted, adding that he would sign the bill "as soon as possible" and address the nation Friday.