Do you think Republicans on the Hill should refuse to increase the debt limit if the White House refuses to negotiate on future spending? Will they?

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Also up for discussion …

• The Federal Reserve raises interest rates another quarter-point but indicates it may be the last for now. Meanwhile, 253,000 jobs recorded for April is substantially higher than economists’ expectations – could/should/will this alter the Fed’s plans for future interest rate increases?

• A North Carolina court rules in favor of the GOP on a gerrymandering case, giving Republicans a huge advantage in the state’s next elections.

• Your thoughts on the veracity of the alleged foiled drone attack on the Kremlin, allegedly targeting Russian leader Vladimir Putin?

• Should the Supreme Court reform its ethics policy? Is Justice Clarence Thomas being unfairly singled out for travel and other gifts from GOP megadoner Harlan Crow?