Senate Democrats want to pass a downsized “Build Back Better” reconciliation package before the August recess despite a threat from Republican leader Mitch McConnell to hold up a bipartisan chip manufacturing and economic competitiveness bill in retaliation. CQ Roll Call’s David Lerman and Peter Cohn examine the legislative options for what could be a chaotic and unpredictable July work session on Capitol Hill. Show Notes: For chips and budget packages, Democrats face choicesMcConnell threatens support for China bill, citing budget talksUnexplained tax revenue growth vexes budget scorekeepers Republicans split on adding semiconductor tax breaks to competition billLeahy recovering from hip replacement surgery
