The Brian Lehrer Show

Call Your Senator: Sen Gillibrand on Trump's Big Bill

May 22, 2025
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, representing New York, shares her passionate insights on Donald Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill,' particularly its implications for Medicaid and essential services. She raises alarms over cuts to food assistance and healthcare that could severely affect vulnerable communities. The senator also discusses a new bipartisan initiative ensuring insurance coverage for childbirth expenses, while advocating for fair tax policies to support families rather than the wealthy, emphasizing the importance of protecting democracy and constitutional rights.
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INSIGHT

Massive Harm from House Bill

  • The bill harms millions by cutting healthcare, food assistance, and more.
  • It prioritizes wealthy Americans at great cost to regular people.
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Cuts Threaten New York Support Services

  • New York organizations rely heavily on federal funds to assist vulnerable populations.
  • Cuts will deeply harm people as these services face defunding.
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Trump's Influence on Senate Republicans

  • Senate Republicans often resist extreme cuts but ultimately follow Trump's lead.
  • The bill will likely pass and devastate millions lacking food and healthcare.
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