Here might a solution for Republicans and Democrats to solve this crisis together over the next few days. The ceiling is roughly 2.5 trillion. The democrats put into a house or senate bill for 1.25 trillion dollars in ending tax loop holes or other revenue raising measures and the Republicans put in the same measure for 1.25 trillion dollars in spending cuts both for over a period of 10 years. A 50/50 split. Both sides agree that the other side of the isle can not change their revenue or spending measures before they send it to the President to sign.
It might be VERY wishful thinking but I think it is balanced approach.

Jason Budsan
St.Thomas USVI