The Daily Punch

Day 101: Big tests for Trump's economic agenda

Apr 30, 2025
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Economic Impact of Tariffs

  • Early Q1 2025 GDP data won't fully reflect Trump's tariffs but remains critical.
  • A contracting economy would severely damage the Trump administration and Republican support for tariffs.
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GOP Divided on Tariffs Vote

  • Senate Republicans are divided and skeptical about backing Trump's tariff policy despite formal support.
  • Winning the key tariff vote requires flipping at least one skeptical GOP senator tonight.
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Democrats' Oversight Leadership Battle

  • Stephen Lynch is interim leader of the House Oversight Committee but aims to hold the position long-term.
  • Progressives worry Lynch's centrist stance blocks younger, more aggressive candidates like AOC.
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