Amanda & Jessica Follow the Money: Who’s Getting Rich and Who’s Getting Cheated
Mar 6, 2025
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Jessica Yellin, an award-winning journalist and the founder of News Not Noise, joins Amanda in Washington, D.C. They dive into the significant financial implications of recent political decisions, including Trump's tariffs and their damaging effects on the economy. The duo explores the potential cuts to Social Security and Medicaid and reveals concerns about U.S. foreign policy and its shifting alliances. They emphasize the importance of accountability in politics and advocate for supporting organizations that fight for democracy.
The podcast emphasizes how the current U.S. administration is shifting alliances, particularly towards Russia, impacting global relationships.
Jessica Yellin highlights the detrimental effects of Trump's tariffs on the U.S. economy and looming changes to Social Security and Medicaid.
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Award-winning journalist, Jessica Yellin, and Amanda are together in-person, broadcasting from Washington, D.C. where Jessica has been reporting on President Trump’s recent address to Congress. Today, they follow the money to show us where this administration's priorities are – plus, a way to help organizations who are making a difference in the fight for democracy.
-How the U.S. is increasingly shifting away from allies and aligning with Russia
-The Oval Office ambush of President Zelensky and its fallout
-How Trump’s tariffs are negatively affecting the U.S. economy
-The effort to weaken Social Security & Medicaid and what it could mean for the future
Jessica Yellin is the founder of News Not Noise, a pioneering Webby award-winning independent news brand -- dedicated to helping you manage your “information overload.” She is the former chief White House correspondent for CNN and an Emmy, Peabody and Gracie Award-winning political correspondent. You can follow her on Instagram at Jessica Yellin. And also, to get real time, clear and brilliant reporting, go to substack.com and search for her page newsnotnoise and subscribe there.