Statement by Congressman Rob Menendez on Debt Limit Vote

“The full faith and credit of the United States should never be put at risk and tonight, I voted to avoid a catastrophic default on our nation’s debt that would have plunged our economy into a recession and put our residents’ well-being in jeopardy.

“While House Republicans attempted to slash essential federal programs that support working families, I appreciate President Biden and his team’s efforts in reaching an agreement that prevented the most devastating cuts to the programs that working families rely on. I look forward to working with the New Jersey Democratic delegation on supporting those who need us to show up for them the most. And that we will always do.”