We're going to stay on all the action here in Congress. For that, let's bring in Republican Congressman Dusty Johnson from South Dakota. Congressman, thank you for hustling to a camera for us.We appreciate it. Just before the break, we were talking with one of your Democratic colleagues about the dangers that he sees in this bill. Certainly, that's what we're hearing from the top Democrat, Hakee Jeff, as well, who viewers see on their screen there for nearing hour eight of his remarks there on the floor.Uh, ...

four million kids are going to get kicked off of SNAP. Could you express to us what that looks like. What does that mean for a child who uh come school year uh in the fall suddenly now uh is not allowed to have breakfast or lunch um to get the meal that they otherwise would get.talk a little bit about the the human impact of of this decision because uh a lot of my Republicans uh in my party don't believe that this is bad for their constituents. So, first um the face of poverty um in reality looks very diffe ...

We could call out each of the 50 Republicans who voted yes, but we want to focus on some special attention, if you will, Lisa Marowski, because she expressed genuine reservations about the bill and voted for it anyway. Even after she voted yes, she claimed to reporters that she didn't like the legislation she just voted for. Folks, where's the courage. Where is the backbone on the legislation.Heads to back to the house and speaker Johnson has promised to get it to the president's desk by Friday. Joining us ...

Here in the nation's capital, protesters came out yesterday to demonstrate against President Trump's reconciliation bill. Their goal putting a real face to the potential consequences of Congress's actions. Last year, I was able to get back in school.I just graduated high school. I'm looking to attend CBCC. I'm doing auto technician systems program in August.I'm relying on Medicaid and SNAP to help me continue my schooling. If I do not have it, I could go to school and not worry about and I'd have to worry a ...

We owe it to the states to do the work to understand how these proposals affect them. How hard is that. I did it.How hard is it. I'm telling the president that you have been misinformed. You supporting the Senate mark will hurt people who are eligible and qualified for Medicaid.Hi again everyone. I'm Elisi Menendez in for Nicole Wallace and it is five o'clock here in Washington DC where the voterama taking place in the Senate is still underway on that massive domestic spending bill. A bill that would drasti ...

More than 40 million people relied on SNAP food assistance in 2024. Many are in red districts represented by legislators who support gutting the aid https://t.co/GP7ssWmDwJ ...

RT Vonn (@itsthewealth4me)Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” would:– Extend 2017 tax cuts– End federal tax on tips/overtime– Add a $1K newborn savings bonus– Boost defense ($150B) & immigration enforcement ($70–350B)– Cut Medicaid/SNAP (10M+ lose coverage)– End birthright citizenship– $2.4T+ to deficit ...

Legislative Action & Political Strategy - The Senate is working on changes to the House-passed reconciliation bill with a July 4th deadline [1][2] - The Senate aims to make changes to the bill, but they are not expected to be radical [4] - Senate leadership is actively listening to members' concerns and incorporating ideas to ensure the bill's passage [5][6] - Securing the border, national security, and energy are key priorities for the bill [3] Fiscal & Economic Considerations - The bill is considered important for the economy and the prosperity of many people [6] - Maintaining current tax levels is a priority [3] Benefit Programs & Healthcare - Focus on ensuring benefits reach those who deserve and need them, specifically regarding SNAP and Medicaid [8][13] - Addressing waste, fraud, and abuse within benefit programs is crucial [9] - States are on tight budgets, and the federal government will consider this when implementing changes to programs like SNAP [10] - Medicaid is the fastest-growing part of the healthcare system and needs to be controlled [15] - Implementing work requirements and more frequent eligibility attestations for Medicaid beneficiaries are being considered [14] - The expansion of Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act is being reviewed to preserve benefits for those who qualify [13]