The Pour Over Today - Monday, May 29, 2023

Episode Date: May 29, 2023

In today’s shortened episode, we’re talking about a tentative deal to raise the debt ceiling, Texas’ attorney general being impeached and other top news for Monday, May, 29th - Memorial Day. Stay informed while remaining focused on Christ with The Pour Over. Sponsored by TUVU

In today's shortened episode, we're talking about a tentative deal to raise the debt ceiling, Texas' Attorney General being impeached, and other top news for Monday, May 29th, Memorial Day. Stay informed while remaining focused on Christ with The Pour Over. Here's the quote of the day. Don't dig up in doubt what you planted in faith. Elizabeth Elliott. Let's get started with some espresso shots. We may have a deal. Saturday night, President Biden and Speaker McCarthy announced they'd reach a tentative deal to raise the debt ceiling for two years.

It would limit federal spending growth to 1% for the next six years and expand work requirements for certain food stamp recipients, among other things. All that's left is the minor hurdle of actually getting it through Congress. Party leaders from both sides are poking, prodding, and cajoling their members to support the bill. But the compromise means neither side is happy, and there's not much margin for error. The House will vote on Wednesday, and if it passes, it will then go to the Senate. Last week, Treasury Secretary Yellen announced that Uncle Sam's piggy bank should last through June 5th, four days longer than previously expected. Be quick to point to God and give him the credit for your hope, strength, and love

during times dominated by uncertainty, strength, and love during times dominated by uncertainty, anger, and fear. Even in the midst of chaos, our eternity is secure. Job chapter 12 verse 10 says, the life of every living thing is in his hand as well as the breath of all humanity. Texas state senators will soon decide. Texas' Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton made a name for himself as both an outspoken conservative voice and the subject of scandal rumors, which have now turned into charges. Saturday, Texas' Republican-controlled House voted on 20 articles of impeachment brought against Paxton, which includes charges of bribery,

obstruction of justice, and abuse of public trust. The House voted 121 to 23 to impeach. He's also facing accusations that he abused his office in favor of political donors and supporters. Paxton has denied the charges, calling them a politically motivated sham. Former President Trump has also spoken in his defense, sending out calls to free Ken Paxton. Under Texas law, Paxton is now suspended from his office to await trial in the Texas Senate, which includes his wife, State Senator Angela Paxton, unless she rescues herself. Christians have a hard job. We must pursue justice and accountability while retaining love for everyone involved,

including the perpetrator, desiring restoration, not revenge. Micah, chapter 6, verse 8 says, Mankind, he has told each of you what is good and what it is the Lord requires of you, to act justly, to love faithfulness, and to walk humbly with your God. This episode is sponsored by Tuvu. to love faithfulness, and to drive you deeper into your political ideology. And it's AI moderated with the whole family in mind. No technically okay, but definitely questionable photos. Tuvu is a social media platform designed for connection, not addiction. See what family and friends are up to, then hop off and carry on with your day. Claim your free one-year subscription go at tuvu.com slash tpo.

That's t-u-v-u dot com slash t-p-o. Or find the link in our show notes. In other brews, here's a rapid round of updates. Like a good neighbor, unless you live in California. Jake from State Farm believes the Golden State is getting too pricey. The insurance giant says they'll stop accepting new homeowners insurance applications in California due to the high risk of wildfires, historic increases in construction costs, and a challenging reinsurance market.

The changes won't impact personal auto insurance. Turkey's presidential runoff election ended in a victory for incumbent President Erdogan, who edged out parliamentary opposition leader Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu. Erdogan has faced criticism for his consolidation of power, increasingly authoritarian stance, and increase in Islamic fundamentalism, but retained enough support to win another five-year term. Russia unleashed the biggest drone attack of the war this weekend in Kiev, Ukraine,

as the city prepared to celebrate its founding. Ukraine says it shot down 52 of the 54 Iranian-made drones that were launched. Falling debris still killed one person and injured two others. Experts believe Russia is attempting to exhaust Ukrainian air defense ammunition. NVIDIA is close to becoming the fifth publicly traded company to be worth $1 trillion, and it feels like they arrived on the elite club's doorstep practically overnight. NVIDIA makes powerful computer chips that were already in high demand even before sales exploded with the takeoff of AI. Now it's the best performing stock of the decade, by a lot.

The Boston Celtics will try to make history tonight and become the first NBA team in history to come back from a 3-0 deficit to a win series. They forced a game 7 Saturday night with an incredible tip-in with.1 left on the clock, leaving some Miami Heat fans unaware their team hadn't won. That's all we have for today. Thanks so much for listening. If you're listening on the Apple Podcasts app, give us a 5-star rating and drop a review. If you're listening on Spotify, give us a follow and hit the notification bell to never miss a new episode. We appreciate your support and hope you have a great day.

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