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Carney: ‘I Can’t Speculate’ On Timeframe Of Fiscal Cliff Deal

12.12.12 | 8:15 am

White House Press Secretary Jay Carney said Wednesday he “can’t speculate” on the timeframe of a deal to avert the fiscal cliff. Earlier on Wednesday, Republican leaders said they are prepared to stay in Washington until Christmas eve to hammer out a deal.

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David Taintor is a New York-based senior editor who oversees breaking news coverage. He previously worked at NBC News.

Carney: ‘I Can’t Speculate’ On Timeframe Of Fiscal Cliff Deal

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