Janet Yellen actually said...

It is a fundamental, basic responsibility of Congress to pay the Government's bills. And I call on Congress to expeditiously raise the debt ceiling.

Yellen emphasizes Congress's duty to raise the debt ceiling promptly.

03/21/2023

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I pledge--I pledge to do that. Our finances need to be on a sustainable, long-run course.

We need to preserve these programs, and certainly preserve the benefits, especially for lower-income Americans who depend on them.

I will testify, if they ask, before any committee of Congress.

It is very important that corporations and wealthy individuals pay their fair share.