Government Spending & Fiscal Policy - US SNAP spending increased from $60 billion in 2019 to $100 billion during COVID [1] - NIH funding was 077% of the entire budget last year [5] - Republicans are accused of slashing medical research funding while supporting $10 trillion in tax cuts for billionaires and corporations [5][6] - The discussion includes arguments against a "big beautiful bill" due to cuts in various programs in favor of tax cuts for corporations and the wealthy [7] Political Landscape & Public Opinion - A Republican Congressman defends his vote on a bill at a town hall in a safe red district [2] - The Congressman won his last two elections by 16 and 20 points [2][8] - The Congressman's district has voted for Donald Trump three times by double digits [8] - Concerns are raised about potential negative impacts on rural and urban hospitals and healthcare access due to the bill [9][10] - There's a suggestion that even in traditionally Republican areas, there might be increased Democratic voter intensity [12]

As Republicans work to pass President Trump's mega bill in the House, our next guest has spoken out against it, calling it a quote nightmare for working families. Joining us right now is Democratic governor of Maryland, West Moore in the House at the table. Good morning to you, sir. Good morning.This thing seems like a fa plea. I mean, Hakeim Jeff is speaking. We'll see how long he can keep that going.Uh, but when he stops, it sounds like this is going to happen. Uh, you have been very critical of it. In so ...

Breaking: Trump’s $3.3 trillion tax and spending cut bill passed the Senate Tuesday after a furious push by Republican leaders to persuade holdouts to back the legislation and hand the president a political win https://t.co/Cu7HEXqTr1 ...