All In with Chris Hayes ‘Beyond cruel’: Bernie slams GOP bill that would kick 11 million off health care
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Jun 5, 2025 Elon Musk's conflict with the president takes center stage as political tensions rise. Senators discuss a GOP bill that could cut healthcare for 11 million Americans, highlighting the dire stakes involved. Concerns loom over the impact of proposed cuts on social programs and the renaming of Navy vessels honoring civil rights icons. The integrity of economic data faces scrutiny amidst political pressure, while the chaos of party dynamics leaves lawmakers navigating a treacherous political landscape.
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Elon Musk Disrupts GOP Bill Support
- Elon Musk's opposition to Trump's GOP bill is shaking the party's unity and threatening its passage.
- His influential social media presence rivals Fox News in shaping Republican politics.
Bipartisan Rift Threatens GOP Bill
- Bipartisan opposition, including Elon Musk's, threatens the GOP bill's survival in the Senate.
- Senators reluctant on the bill gain cover from Musk's vocal criticism.
Trump's Austerity Outsourcing to Musk
- Trump's strategy outsourced austerity cuts to Elon Musk to placate pro-austerity Republicans without direct votes.
- This approach failed as Musk's unpopular actions provoked backlash and fractured Republican support.