The Playbook Podcast February 26, 2025: House passes the ‘big, beautiful bill’
Feb 26, 2025
In a nail-biting moment, the House narrowly passed a budget blueprint with a dramatic 217-215 vote. The political maneuvering faced resistance, with only one Republican dissenting. The implications for Speaker Johnson and Trump’s agenda are significant. Tensions also rise as the Trump administration decides which media members can attend briefings, highlighting control over information flow. Tune in for insights into the chaotic dynamics shaping today’s political landscape!
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Unexpected Vote Turnaround
- House Republicans initially postponed a budget vote due to lack of support, then reversed course.
- Rep. Kevin Mullen, recovering from surgery, dramatically voted against the bill using a walker.
Beginning of the Process
- The budget framework vote marks just the beginning of the process.
- The House and Senate still need to reconcile their different versions of the bill.
Next Steps and Wild Cards
- Nicholas Wu will be observing the House committees' actions following the budget vote.
- President Trump's involvement adds a wild card to the process.