Analysis: After McConnell's blink, Democrats hold a weaker hand

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Oct 10, 2021 Analysis: After McConnell's blink, Democrats hold a weaker hand Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's "blink" heard 'round the world temporarily saved the U.S. from defaulting on its debts, writes NBC News' Jonathan Allen in an analysis. The next round of the debt-limit fight will happen amid a dash to keep the government open and enact President Joe Biden's safety-net and infrastructure bills, and it will feature a Democratic side that surrendered on two fronts. Read More Follow Us Get the NBC News Mobile App Check out all NBC News newsletters here. 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 View in browser | Unsubscribe | Contact | Privacy