Trump Allies Slam McConnell for Debt Limit Deal

Insider: “McConnell’s move makes good on his pledge that Republicans would not vote for a debt ceiling increase, while allowing the party to evade the blame for not reaching a deal, which could result in an economically catastrophic default.”

“But the move has drawn criticism from allies of Trump on the Republican hard right — who favor a scorched earth policy allowing for no compromise with Democrats.”

Said Trump spokeswoman Liz Harrington: “It’s hard to say who’s giving the Democrats more cover, Mitch McConnell or the fake news media. This is absolutely appalling. We need new Republican leadership. He’s given the country away.”