Capitol agenda: Spending heats up, Hegseth up in the Senate, House GOP retreat

Politico.com - For more and to sign up click here Democrats are widely opposed to pairing the debt limit and wildfire aid — two key parts of a spending proposal GOP leaders are circling behind closed doors. But unless Democrats are willing to flirt with a government shutdown or a potential debt default, they’re likely stuck with the deal, or one similar to it. One House Democrat says his party isn’t willing to…