Bloomberg Talks Senator Rand Paul Talks Shutdown, Trump's Drug Boat Strikes and More
Oct 7, 2025
Senator Rand Paul, a U.S. Senator from Kentucky and former ophthalmologist, delves into pressing political issues. He plans to co-sponsor a measure to limit military strikes against suspected drug boats, criticizing current policies that lead to violence. Rand discusses his 'Six Penny Plan' for federal budgeting, the implications of government shutdowns, and tariffs impacting small businesses. He shares insights on balancing support for Trump while voicing policy disagreements and predicts a swift resolution to the shutdown.
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Spending Framed As Debt First
- Rand Paul frames the current spending bills by their added debt, not party labels.
- He argues his 'penny plan' would cut spending across-the-board and halve first-year deficits compared to proposals.
Back Home Encouragement
- Paul says many Republican colleagues privately support his stance though fear political consequences.
- He reports getting strong encouragement from constituents at home for sticking to budget promises.
Tariffs Outweigh Obamacare Worries
- Tariffs, not Obamacare, dominate constituent concerns in Kentucky according to Paul.
- He suggests allowing group purchasing (e.g., Costco) to lower insurance costs for small businesses.
