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DOGE being 'hijacked by folks with a very dark political agenda': Rep. Stansbury
MSNBC· 2025-07-13 23:20
Legislation Impact - The bill is expected to disproportionately benefit the wealthy, increasing their wealth by 4%, while negatively impacting the poor by 4% [2] - States are convening special sessions to address the financial strain on healthcare, food assistance, housing, and education due to the bill [3] - Hospitals anticipate financial difficulties, and clinics are preparing for closures due to upcoming Medicaid cuts [3][4] - Educational institutions, such as community colleges, are considering enrollment reductions because of the impacts to PEL grants [4] - State food programs are concerned about the effects on seniors, veterans, low-income families, children, and public schools [4] - Some of the most damaging aspects of the bill are intentionally set to take effect after the election [5] Government Oversight and Corruption - Potential investigations into Donald Trump and his family are considered a priority, focusing on alleged selling of access to the White House [6][7] - Steven Miller's actions are also subject to scrutiny [7] - There are calls for investigations into Elon Musk's involvement with Doge [8] - The need to restore faith in government is emphasized, including addressing corruption in the executive branch, limiting big money in politics, and ethical reforms for the Supreme Court [9] Project 2025 and Doge - Doge's original mission under Elon Musk is failing, but its tools are allegedly being repurposed by individuals with a "dark political agenda" associated with Project 2025 [11][12] - Project 2025 is allegedly being used to reshape the federal government, potentially involving data hacking, funding cuts, and federal firings/freezes [11][12] - The firing of 1,300 State Department employees is cited as an example of this reshaping effort [13] Disaster Relief - The town of Ruidoso, New Mexico, experienced devastating flash floods, resulting in fatalities and significant damage to homes [14] - Despite preparations, Ruidoso requires ongoing federal assistance, with millions of dollars held up under FEMA and other programs [16][17] - Recovery from the disaster is expected to take years [18]
'Democrats need to stop trying to be influencers.' Cameron Kasky on Dems' Project 2026 strategy
MSNBC· 2025-07-07 00:11
Political Strategy & Messaging - Democrats believe Trump's tax and spending bill, particularly Medicaid cuts, presents a winning message for the 2026 midterms [1] - The industry suggests Democrats should focus on clear communication about the bill's impact instead of social media trends [2][4] - There's a perception that Democrats aren't effectively addressing concerns about the bill, despite efforts like Hakeem Jeffries' speech [6][7] - The industry notes the need for a well-funded, intellectual foundation on the Democratic side, similar to Project 2025, to counter Republican initiatives [9][10] Policy & Impact Analysis - The analysis points out that many people are unaware of the specific details and implications of the bill, despite recognizing its negative aspects [5] - The report highlights concerns that the bill represents a wealth transfer from the poor to the rich and enables Trump to create a private army with ICE [5] - The industry suggests Medicaid work requirements are popular due to a lack of understanding about their complexities and potential negative consequences [18] - The report mentions that previous pilot programs showed people losing Medicaid due to administrative difficulties, despite being employed [18] Political Framing & Voter Perception - The analysis indicates Republicans may frame Democrats as paternalistic, while Democrats view government services as improving quality of life [14][15] - The industry observes that Republicans are effective at convincing their voters that policies that harm them are actually benevolent [16] - The report highlights a divide-and-conquer strategy, particularly targeting poor white voters against poor African-American and Latino voters [22]
BREAKING: Jeffries breaks record for longest House floor speech
MSNBC· 2025-07-03 18:01
You're seeing Jeff there. Take a sip of his water as he has now crossed the record for the longest House floor speech in history. Let's listen as he begins. We think to wrap this up as we prepare to take your time to vote on this one big ugly bill. That's right. Tough time for people in the United States of America. It's extraordinary. extraordinary extremism unleashed on the American people. Mr.. Speaker, my colleagues on the other side of the aisle promised to address the high cost of living. Nothing in t ...
