Joining me now is Arizona Senator Mark Kelly. Senator, really good to have you. Um, you come from an interesting state right now, especially tell me how um how your constituents feel about this bill.Well, I've been traveling across the state over the last couple months. Uh I live in Tucson, but Phoenix and Sierra Vista, Clarkdale, places like this, and it it's a horrible piece of legislation. People are fearful.Uh people who are sick and rely on Medicaid could potentially lose their insurance. I was feeding ...

quote utterly insane and destructive. Quote, "An unhappy episode." The reviews are in, and even Republicans and their allies are warning about the consequences of Trump's so-called big beautiful bill. At this hour, the Senate is in the middle of a marathon voting session, taking up amendments to the bill from members of both parties.The goal to pass the bill later today. And rarely, if ever, have members of a political party seemed so glum on the eve of passing major legislation. With Democrats unified in t ...

We start with a makeorb breakak day at the US capital for President Trump's so-called big beautiful bill. Right now, senators are holding what they're calling a voterama. That's a marathon series of votes on amendments to the president's sweeping legislation. The bill would extend nearly $4 trillion in tax cuts. It would also cut more than a trillion dollars in Medicaid and federal nutrition program funding, generating bipartisan push back, fueling other opposition. The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Offi ...

Legislative Process & Key Amendments - Senate is in the midst of a "vote-a-rama" process on a budget bill critical to Donald Trump's vision [1][2] - Democrats are offering amendments to send the bill back to committee to change provisions related to Medicaid and SNAP, but Republicans are voting them down [3] - Senator Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski voted with Democrats on an amendment shielding rural hospitals, highlighting their potential influence on the bill's outcome [4] - Republican Senators Rand Paul and Thom Tillis have expressed concerns about the bill's debt impact and Medicaid cuts, respectively [5] - Clean energy credits are also under debate, with some Republican senators noting their states benefit from these credits [11] Republican Divisions & Concerns - Republicans have 53 senators and can only afford to lose three votes to pass the bill [4] - Some Senate conservatives, including Ron Johnson, Rick Scott, and Mike Lee, reluctantly voted to begin debate but want more deficit reduction provisions [7] - Concerns exist among moderate Republicans like Collins and Murkowski regarding the bill's impact on healthcare coverage in their states [6] - Fear of Trump's retribution is influencing Republican senators' decisions, potentially overriding concerns about the bill's negative impacts [14] Democratic Opposition & Key Issues - Democrats believe the bill will negatively impact healthcare, potentially causing 16 million Americans to lose coverage [11] - Rural hospitals are expected to be significantly impacted by the bill, potentially leading to closures [10][19][20] - The bill is seen as disproportionately benefiting those at the top, with potential cost increases for those earning minimum wage by about 53% [24] - Democrats argue the bill will revert the country to pre-Obamacare levels of uninsurance [18]

In President Trump's controversial spending bill, there are few things more controversial, including within his own party as how it changes the way states receive Medicaid funds and instead creates a $25 billion fund to support rural hospitals. Critics say that is not enough and will cost lives. So, what can Democrats do about it.Joining me now is Democratic Senator Ed Marky of Massachusetts. It's good to see you, Senator. And you and your Democratic colleagues have pointed this out that Republican healthc ...

Healthcare Bill Impact - The bill could potentially cause approximately 12 million people to lose their healthcare coverage over the next 10 years [4] - The bill adds $3.3 trillion to the deficit, raising concerns about its fundamental flaws [3] - An estimated 8 million people across the country could lose their healthcare [3] Political Implications - Unilateral actions on healthcare by either party (Democrats with the ACA, Republicans attempting repeal) have resulted in significant political costs in subsequent elections [6] - The healthcare issue is considered dangerous for those in power, posing political threats to Republicans as they try to advance the bill [7] - The bill is largely unpopular according to recent polls, creating an opportunity for Democrats to message against it [7] Senate Dynamics - Amendments are being introduced to try and gain support from individual senators, including provisions for rural healthcare and Medicaid adjustments [2] - Senator Susan Collins is prioritizing limiting cuts to Medicaid in the bill [5] - Senator Tom Tillis's opposition to the bill and subsequent decision not to seek re-election could impact his colleagues and the legislation's outcome [10] Democratic Strategy - Democrats are highlighting the problems with the bill through amendments [8] - If the bill reaches President Trump's desk, Democrats plan to emphasize the cuts benefiting millionaires and billionaires at the expense of ordinary working people, focusing on broken commitments regarding Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security [8] - Democrats need to convey the losses for the American people in nutrition programs, energy, and Medicaid in a direct and concise manner [9][10]

Joining us now, Democratic Senator Chris Van Golland from Maryland. He sits on both the budget and appropriations committee. Senator, we appreciate your time on a very busy day.First, you called the budget bill, quote, a fraud on the American people that would make even Enrod scammers blush. Strong words there. So, is there anything that your party, Democrats, can do to stop the progression of this bill.Well, Ariel, it's good to be with you. Uh, we are making all the arguments and we're urging people from a ...

Let's get you straight to NBC's Julie Serikin on Capitol Hill. Also with us, NBC News, senior White House correspondent Gabe Gutierrez, Democratic strategist and former adviser to Bill and Hillary Clinton. Richard Goodstein is here with us and adviser to former House Speaker John Boehner.Mora Gillespie also in studio with us. And Julie, we'll start with you. As it stands now, just break down what's in the Senate's version of this bill and what we could see during this marathon voterama today.Yeah. Hey Ariel ...

We are now joined by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Betts. And just as the Senate has begun voting on what's known as the big, beautiful bill. You look at the latest version of the tax bill.The big question that remains is the GOP holdouts. What kind of deal can be cut with those holdouts. And what are you and the president prepared to offer for support.Well, I'm confident that the bill is going to progress, as is over the next few hours, and it'll be on the president's desk to sign on July 4th. So the Senat ...

Live look at the floor of the US Senate where moments from now a voterama on President Trump's sweeping domestic policy bill is set to begin. This comes after the Republican le chamber advanced the package following a dramatic drawn out process over the weekend. Let's bring in NBC News chief Capitol Hill correspondent Ryan Nobles.Ryan, I think they are about to start, right. What's the latest on where this all stands. That's right.And Catty, just know that I'm always here for you as well. And you're right. ...