The MeidasTouch Podcast Leader Hakeem Jeffries Responds to Trump Cancelling Meeting on Shutdown
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Sep 23, 2025 
Hakeem Jeffries, the Democratic House Leader, shares his insights on the recent chaos surrounding the canceled White House meeting with Donald Trump, which was aimed at avoiding a government shutdown. He highlights how the Republicans' push for a shutdown threatens critical healthcare programs like Medicaid and the ACA. Jeffries also emphasizes the united front of House and Senate Democrats in opposing budget cuts, underlining their commitment to protecting American healthcare. It's a compelling look at the political landscape and urgent issues facing the nation.
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Trump Cancels Meeting After Anti-Negotiation Order
- Donald Trump canceled a planned White House meeting about the shutdown after earlier directing Republicans not to negotiate with Democrats.
- That reversal highlights GOP discipline fractures and raises stakes for looming health care and funding deadlines.
Republican Strategy Ignores Senate Realities
- Mike Johnson publicly bragged about excluding Democrats and relying solely on Republicans to pass funding, reflecting MAGA strategy.
- That stance contradicts Senate rules requiring 60 votes and signals a likely legislative impasse.
Budget Cuts Threaten Medicaid And ACA Credits
- Hakeem Jeffries says Republicans pushed a budget that triggers the largest Medicaid cut in U.S. history and threatens hospitals and clinics.
- He links those cuts to upcoming ACA tax-credit expirations that will raise premiums for millions.