Some More News Even More News: Josh Hawley's PELOSI Act Backfires On Him, Draws Trump's Ire
Aug 1, 2025
Layla Razavi, a human rights lawyer and immigrant advocate, lends her expertise to discuss the complexities of immigration enforcement and the role of ICE in society. She highlights the disconnect between ICE's self-image and the realities faced by immigrant communities. The conversation also emphasizes the importance of civic engagement and community networks in advocating for human rights and addressing local issues. Razavi provides valuable insights on how to support migrant communities amidst challenging political landscapes.
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Hawley Bucks Are Political Theater
- Senator Josh Hawley's proposal for $600 tariff rebate checks is more political theater than practical policy.
- The plan confuses tariff costs and plays to a false narrative of exclusive support for Trump voters.
Pelosi Act Backfires On Hawley
- Josh Hawley ironically named a bill the Pelosi Act to sabotage it politically.
- His strategy backfired when Democrats added provisions impacting presidents, angering Trump who then criticized Hawley.
EPA To End Greenhouse Gas Regulation
- EPA plans to undo its power to regulate greenhouse gases by reversing a 2009 endangerment finding.
- This rollback ignores climate science and ignores the threat to public health posed by emissions.