Top of the Hour: Tensions Grow in Debt Talks, Morning Headlines

The Takeaway

As President Obama and Republicans continue to struggle to reach a budget deal, Moody’s has moved closer to downgrading the U.S.’s credit rating because of the risk that lawmakers might not reach a compromise.

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