President-elect Donald Trump criticized former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy for the debt ceiling suspension approved in 2023, calling it one of the dumbest political decisions in years. Despite his criticism, Trump acknowledged McCarthy as a friend and a good person.
Trump expressed his disapproval of the debt ceiling extension that was passed during the Biden Administration, stating that it was unnecessary and did not benefit the country. He emphasized that the Democrats should be held accountable for the potential consequences of the decision.