Pod Save America Can Trump's Health Care Cuts Be Stopped?
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Jun 3, 2025 
Senator Brian Schatz from Hawaii joins the discussion, bringing his insights as a key player in healthcare policy. They dive into the dangers posed by Trump’s proposed tax bill, which threatens the health care of 10 million Americans. Schatz emphasizes the need for collective action and public pressure to combat these cuts. The conversation also touches on the divided Republican views on Medicaid, the impact of aggressive deportation policies, and the rising Democratic activism in response to the healthcare crisis.
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ICE’s Operational Limits Exposed
- ICE struggles with detention capacity and operational limits, not judicial or legal barriers primarily.
- Stephen Miller's anger is directed at ICE's inability to meet arbitrary deportation quotas.
ICE Raids Impact Families
- A mother from Hong Kong was detained by ICE, separating her from her kids in a conservative Missouri town.
- A high school senior with legal status was arrested and shackled, illustrating ICE's aggressive tactics.
Masked ICE Agents Symbolism
- ICE agents wear masks partly due to Trump’s hostile environment and siege mentality.
- This signals law enforcement’s unaccountability and fear of public backlash under Trump.