Pod Save America Did Republicans Just Lose the House?
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May 23, 2025 
LaMonica McIver, a New Jersey Representative facing felony charges, shares her insights on congressional oversight under increasing pressure. The discussion highlights how the Republican push for deep tax cuts favors the wealthy while harming the needy. McIver underscores the implications of the Justice Department's targeting of legislators and critiques the GOP's prioritization of loyalty to Trump over constituent needs. Key topics also include the fallout from Trump's controversial policies and the impact of recent legislative maneuvers on marginalized communities.
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House Tax Bill's Harsh Impact
- The passed House bill gives $1 trillion in tax cuts to the richest 1%.
- It kicks 14 million off health insurance and cuts food aid for nearly 11 million, increasing deficit by $3 trillion.
Senate Medicaid Cuts Battle
- Senate has moderates opposing Medicaid cuts and hardliners wanting more.
- Democrats should pressure to scale back Medicaid cuts amid tight debt limit deadlines.
Message Medicaid Cuts Effectively
- Tie Medicaid cuts directly to tax cuts for the rich in messaging.
- Emphasize Republicans fight for the wealthy over working-class families.