National Economic Council Director Brian Deese speaks during a White House news briefing in January 2021. President Joe Biden's advisers are downplaying recession fears ahead of a highly anticipated report that could show the economy shrinking.
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National Economic Council Director Brian Deese speaks during a White House news briefing in January 2021. President Joe Biden's advisers are downplaying recession fears ahead of a highly anticipated report that could show the economy shrinking.
Mandatory Credit: Alex Wong/Getty Images

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White House downplays recession fears ahead of upcoming GDP report

President Joe Biden's advisers are downplaying recession fears ahead of a highly anticipated report that could show the economy shrinking for a second consecutive quarter.