Morning Wire Budget Bill Passes House & Rise of Teen “Sextortion” | 4.11.25
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Apr 11, 2025 A pivotal budget bill aiming to make tax cuts permanent has passed in the House, sparking discussions on its implications for Trump's agendas. The podcast also highlights the alarming rise of online sextortion targeting teenagers, revealing insights from the FBI about this pressing issue. Furthermore, a deep dive into the role of judges in Social Security disability claims raises concerns about inefficiencies and potential corruption in the system. Overall, the dialogue emphasizes the urgent need for awareness and action on these critical matters.
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Budget Blueprint Passed
- The House passed a budget blueprint to make the 2017 tax cuts permanent.
- This includes funding for Trump's priorities on defense, energy, and immigration, and lifts the debt limit for two years.
Tariff Negotiations
- After Trump paused most tariffs, 75 countries now want to negotiate trade deals.
- However, heavy tariffs on China, a 10% tariff across the board, and tariffs on Canada and Mexico remain.
Sextortion Rise
- The FBI warns of a rise in online sextortion of minors, leading to suicides.
- Predators coerce minors into sending explicit content, then extort them for more or money.