Bulwark Takes GOP in Total Chaos Over “Big, Beautiful Bill”
May 15, 2025
Arthur Delaney, a reporter at HuffPost, joins Sam Stein to dissect the GOP's chaotic internal struggles over Trump's much-debated budget proposal. They unpack the fierce clashes between far-right members seeking deep tax cuts and moderates cautioning against harmful Medicaid reductions. The discussion reveals the anxiety surrounding the potential impact on essential programs like SNAP and the looming changes to Medicaid work requirements. Tune in for a revealing look at the fractures within the Republican Party as they juggle legislative priorities amidst rising tensions.
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GOP Divisions Surface
- House Republicans are deeply divided on the budget bill with irreconcilable priorities.
- They have postponed dealing with conflicts but must confront them now.
Key GOP Policy Disputes
- The main policy disputes focus on tax cuts and spending cuts, mainly Medicaid and SNAP reductions.
- Right-wing conservatives want deeper spending cuts while moderates resist harsh cuts to social programs.
Salt Deduction Dispute
- Tax cuts are generally popular but disputes arise over state and local tax deduction limits.
- Some endangered GOP members from high-tax states want higher deduction limits than the bill currently offers.