See what Reid said
http://tpmdc.talkingpointsmemo.com/2011/07/mixed-messages-on-debt-talks-as-clock-ticks-towards-default.php
However, Senate Majority Reader Harry Reid and House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi were also engaged with the White House. They were summoned for urgent talks. When Reid returned to the Capitol he struck a downbeat note.
Reid “The question is, are we closer to an agreement, The answer is ‘no.’”
I think everything said on the floor by the leaders (of both parties) is a ruse. It’s all taking place in private talks (and was largely laid out weeks ago).
Just watch.