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Full Story Trump’s big beautiful betrayal
Jul 8, 2025
Ed Pilkington, Chief Reporter for Guardian US, dives into the implications of Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’. He reveals how tax cuts for the wealthy overshadow social welfare programs, negatively impacting low-income supporters. The discussion highlights urgent concerns about proposed SNAP cuts and their effects on food security for families, especially children. Pilkington also explores the ongoing rifts within the Republican Party and how legislative decisions may disenfranchise Trump's voter base, raising questions about their future hopes and the shifting political landscape.
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Bill Shifts Wealth Upwards
- The "big, beautiful bill" extends tax cuts benefiting the rich while cutting deeply into social welfare.
- This bill reshapes America by reducing the safety net for struggling Americans disproportionately.
Trump's Congressional Power Shift
- The bill's passage shows Trump’s unprecedented control over the Republican Party.
- It required rare congressional backing contrasting his usual executive order approach.
SNAP Cuts Endanger Millions
- The bill imposes $300 billion cuts to SNAP food assistance, risking hunger for millions.
- Up to 8 million people, including 2 million children, could lose access to vital food aid.