Biden: ‘America will not default’

First: Both the White House and Republicans are more upbeat after President Biden tapped three trusted aids to negotiate directly with the House speaker’s team. But giant policy divides remain, despite big progress with the process. 

Plus: The Carolinas take center stage in the abortion debate. North Carolina Republicans override the governor’s veto to enact a 12-week ban. In South Carolina, a six-week ban is the subject of a marathon debate. 

And: We review the results of some big primaries last night. Trump-backed candidate Daniel Cameron is now the Republican choice to challenge Kentucky’s Democratic governor. Pennsylvania and Florida voters delivered some off-year surprises. 

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