All In with Chris Hayes Musk turns on GOP, suggests ‘we fire all politicians' who voted for MAGA bill
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Jun 4, 2025 
In a captivating discussion, Sarah Longwell, Publisher of The Bulwark, and Congressman Rob Menendez of New Jersey tackle the political fallout from Elon Musk's sharp critique of a GOP spending bill. Longwell shares insights from her voter conversations, highlighting shifting sentiments on Medicaid cuts within the Republican Party. Menendez delves into the arrest of Mayor Baraka, revealing concerns about police power and its implications for democracy. The pair also discuss the hilarity and seriousness of the current trade tensions and their effects on everyday Americans.
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Musk Denounces GOP Spending Bill
- Elon Musk publicly denounced the GOP’s spending bill as a "pork-filled abomination" harming average Americans.
- He called to 'fire all politicians' who support it, signaling a major split within the MAGA coalition.
Impact of Medicaid Cuts Explained
- The GOP bill cuts Medicaid and nutrition programs, worsening health outcomes and increasing mortality.
- Senator Chris Van Hollen called it a betrayal of 'forgotten Americans' and a boon for billionaires.
Fragile MAGA Coalition Cracks
- The MAGA coalition is fracturing between tech-oriented spenders like Musk and populists opposing Medicaid cuts.
- Musk’s opposition exposes tensions and threatens GOP unity on the bill.