The Headlines The Dramatic House Budget Vote, and a New ‘Gold Card’ for Immigrants
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Feb 26, 2025 Politics takes center stage as a dramatic budget vote unfolds, revealing intense negotiations and substantial cuts. Immigration policies draw attention, with a new 'gold card' visa for wealthy investors inciting debate. The reinstatement of a refugee program contrasts with the controversial use of DNA data by the FBI in criminal cases. Additionally, the podcast delves into the musical revolution sparked by the introduction of microphones 100 years ago, highlighting their transformative impact on how we experience music.
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Dramatic House Budget Vote
- House Republicans scrambled for support on a budget resolution, facing a thin majority and internal disagreements.
- A dramatic series of votes and negotiations ensued, with one member even flying in after a hospital stay.
Budget Resolution Details
- The adopted resolution proposes substantial tax cuts and spending cuts, totaling $4.5 trillion and $2 trillion respectively, over ten years.
- While specific targets are yet unclear, concerns exist about potential cuts to social safety net programs like Medicaid and Medicare.
Immigrant Registration Requirement
- The Department of Homeland Security will require undocumented immigrants over 14 to register or face prosecution.
- The administration hopes this encourages self-deportation, despite the improbability of mass voluntary registration.