I'd like to start with what appears to be a looming government shutdown here. Senator, I saw you on Twitter a little while ago talking about this. I know you voted nay on the Republican written continuing resolution.Talk to Tom Emmer a little while ago. And they're already paving the road here to blame Democrats for the shutdown. Is this really going to happen.Listen, I believe it's the Republicans control the presidency, the Senate and the House. I think, frankly, Mr. . Schumer and President Trump ought to ...

Joining us now, House Minority Leader, Democratic Congressman Hakee Jeff of New York. Of course, we want to talk to you about the looming shutdown. But first, uh would like to get your reaction and what you're hearing from your colleagues on the Hill uh about uh the Jimmy Kimmel situation being yanked off the air.Well, good morning. Great to be with you. Uh Democrats in the House and the Senate are deeply disturbed uh by the events.This is another example of Donald Trump and the Trump administration weaponi ...

Making a government shutdown about a last stand to save Americans' health care is a politically savvy move for Chuck Schumer, writes @niamalikah (via @opinion) https://t.co/BZk9gVlHqS ...

As the committee gathers today, the United States is in the midst of a health care calamity. The largest cuts to American health care in the history of our nation. And they are approaching like an avalanche. Last week, most of the senior leadership at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention were fired or they resigned after refusing to bow to Robert Kennedy's unceasing crusade against vaccines. I traveled across Oregon last month and the message was the same from one end of the state to the other. Fa ...

Political & Economic Implications - The document suggests a bill slashes healthcare for the needy while providing tax cuts for billionaires and multinational corporations [1][4] - The Treasury Secretary's statement is interpreted as a potential move to privatize Social Security, a politically sensitive issue [2][3][4][5][6] - The Trump administration is accused of breaking promises regarding Medicaid, Social Security, and the release of the Epstein files [3] - The bill is described as unpopular and politically damaging, touching "all the third rails of American politics" [4][5] Policy & Social Security - There is discussion about the distribution level date (30 or 60) and its potential impact on privatizing Social Security [1] - The Treasury Secretary's statement on privatizing Social Security was later retracted by the department [2][5] - Democrats have been warning about the potential privatization of Social Security [6]

As Trump dismantles the Affordable Care Act, millions of Americans could lose access to affordable health care — without knowing who to blame, writes @lisamjarvis (via @opinion) https://t.co/PYLQvpDPxx ...

Political Strategy & Impact - Democrats are shifting from opposing the bill to using it against Republicans in the midterms, highlighting its unpopularity [1][2] - The strategy involves sharing stories of individuals negatively impacted by the bill's cuts to healthcare and nutrition assistance [4][5][6] - Democrats aim to emphasize that the bill will cause harm and that Republicans are responsible [6][19] Healthcare & Social Welfare - The bill could lead to 17 million people losing healthcare coverage [5][12] - It includes the largest cut to nutrition assistance in American history, affecting children, veterans, the disabled, and the elderly [5] - A $500 billion cut to Medicare is anticipated due to the bill's impact on the deficit [10] Immigration & Detention - Concerns are raised about the conditions at the "alligator Alcatraz" detention facility in Florida, costing $450 million annually, or $150,000 per ICE detainee, which is twice the national average [14][22] - The congresswoman highlights the potential dangers of deporting individuals to countries like Venezuela and Haiti [15][16] - There are allegations of inhumane conditions and lack of due process at detention facilities, with a call for congressional oversight [24][26]

Healthcare & Social Welfare - The legislation is viewed as an attack on healthcare, potentially causing over 17 million people to lose their health care coverage [1][2] - Medicaid could be effectively terminated, leading to hospital closures and nursing home shutdowns [2] - Supplemental nutritional assistance faces significant cuts, impacting vulnerable populations like children, veterans, and seniors [3] - Private insurance premiums, co-pays, and deductibles are expected to increase for millions of Americans [3] Economic Impact - The bill is perceived to award massive tax breaks to billionaires, potentially increasing the national debt by over $3 trillion [4] - Utility bills are projected to skyrocket due to actions taken in the Republican budget [16] Political Stance - House and Senate Democrats are united in opposition to the Trump administration's agenda [5] - Republicans are seen as aligning with the Trump administration's ideology [5] Immigration Policy - Concerns are raised about the Trump administration's immigration policies, particularly regarding the treatment of immigrant families [12][17] - The focus should be on deporting violent felons who are undocumented, rather than law-abiding immigrant families [16][17] Disaster Preparedness - Deep cuts to weather forecasting services and potential shifts in disaster recovery responsibilities from FEMA to state governments raise concerns about the country's readiness for extreme weather events [9] New York City Politics - Affordability and gentrification are key issues for the next New York City mayor to address, ensuring working-class communities can still afford to live in the city [23][24]

Healthcare & Social Safety Net - The bill under discussion is projected to harm the American public by potentially impacting healthcare (Medicaid and Obamacare) and food assistance programs [2][5] - Independent analysts and the Congressional Budget Office corroborate the harmful effects of the bill, with governors from both parties expressing concerns about Medicaid cuts [4][5] - The speaker claims the bill strengthens the social safety net, but critics argue it removes millions of dollars from food assistance, impacting states and potentially affecting 16-17 million people [9][11][12] - The cuts are perceived as a transfer of wealth from the middle class and working-class families to the wealthiest individuals through permanent tax cuts [8] - Healthcare, particularly Medicaid, is considered a critical issue affecting numerous families across the country [7] Immigration & Security - The bill significantly increases funding for ICE, potentially exceeding the combined budgets of intelligence agencies like the FBI [14][15] - Concerns are raised that increased ICE funding could lead to deportations and arrests without due process, impacting communities [15][16] - Approximately 60% of individuals apprehended have not been convicted of any crime, raising questions about the rationale for increased ICE funding [16] Political Strategy & Accountability - The vote on the bill is linked to the upcoming 2026 midterm elections, with potential consequences for Republicans in competitive districts [1][2][3] - Democrats aim to win back the majority in 2026 to stop the "Trump agenda" [3] - Democrats express willingness to work with Republicans on tax cuts for middle-class and low-income families but claim Republicans prioritized tax cuts for billionaires [20][21] - Oversight and accountability are key priorities for Democrats, particularly regarding Donald Trump's alleged corruption and foreign investment deals [23][24]

Fiscal Irresponsibility & Political Criticism - The bill is criticized for being fiscally irresponsible and adding over $3 trillion to the deficit over the next decade [16] - Elon Musk criticizes the bill as "suicidally self-destructive to America's future" and damaging to the country [6][7] - The bill includes provisions that eliminate subsidies for solar and wind energy while boosting coal and oil [7] - The bill enshrines trillions in tax cuts primarily benefiting the wealthy and corporations, including those inheriting estates over $50 million [15] Healthcare & Social Program Cuts - Between 12 million and 17 million people could lose healthcare [16] - The bill includes devastating cuts to healthcare and food assistance for poor and working-class Americans [15] Political Opposition & Uncertainty - The bill passed the Senate on a 50-50 tie broken by Vice President JD Vance [7] - Senator Lisa Murkowski voted for the bill but hopes the House will undo some of the damage [21] - The bill is described as wildly unpopular [17]