says it wants federal spending on relief for hurricane harvey to be tied to raising the debt limit. the move sets up a potentially fierce political battle. the ultra conservative wing of the gop doesn't want to raise the debt ceiling without spending cuts which means they would have to vote against aid for texas if the debt ceiling and harvey aid are tied together. >> the white house has already asked congress to approve a $7.8 billion package as parts of an initial -- as part of an initial request for funds. a request for more is expected later this month. the death toll hurt hurricane harvey standing at 53. thousands of people are still unable to return home. tens of thousands of others still living in shelters and relying on aid. in the last few years, the evacuation zoone around the arkema chemical plant was lifted after a blaze. there's no additional risk to