Pelosi Statement Following President Obama's Speech

Contact: Nadeam Elshami/Drew Hammill, 202-226-7616

Washington, D.C. -- Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi released the following statement after the President's speech tonight on the ongoing talks to avert a default crisis:

"We all agree that our nation cannot default on our obligations and that we must honor our nation's commitments to our seniors, and our men and women in the military.

"I look forward to reviewing the legislation with my Caucus to see what level of support we can provide."

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