pea be the answer to deforestation in the rainforest? scientists say they ve found a way to eliminate the taste of peas so they can be used instead of soya beans in plant based products. but will consumers be convinced? but first in the us, a deal on the country s debt ceiling took a step closer last night clearing its first procedural hurdle, despite a revolt from hard line conservatives. tonight it goes to a vote a make or break vote on the deal. without agreement, the us would hit its borrowing limit on monday. that would mean defaulting on its $31.4 trillion dollars worth of debt. in turn, that would mean federal and military workers would stop being paid, and the economy could fall into chaos. jordan weissman, who is washington editor of the political newsletter semafor. thank you for being with us. last night, thank you for being with us. last night, that thank you for being with us. last night, that deal thank you for being with us. last night, that deal
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