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The 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution is relevant to the current debt ceiling debate
Section 4 of the 14th Amendment protects the validity of public debt
Legal interpretations differ on whether the 14th Amendment allows the President to raise
Some argue that the President can bypass Congress to avoid default
Others argue that only Congress has the authority to adjust the debt ceiling
Invoking the 14th Amendment could have both immediate and long-term consequences
It may prevent default but could also raise constitutional concerns
It may undermine the separation of powers between branches of government
The debt ceiling debate requires careful consideration of legal principles and historical context
The resolution should involve adherence to the constitutional framework and legislative process