Squawk Pod House Majority Leader Scalise & November Jobs 12/16/25
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Dec 16, 2025 
In this discussion, Steve Scalise, the House Majority Leader from Louisiana, shares insights on the GOP's health care proposal aimed at lowering premiums and increasing insurance choices for families. He addresses key points about the bill's structure, including association plans and health savings accounts. Meanwhile, Steve Liesman dives into the latest inflation and approval ratings from the CNBC All America Survey, revealing shifting views among voters. The panel also examines the implications of recent job data and economic trends affecting the labor market.
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Inflation Approval Slips For Trump
- CNBC's All-America survey shows Trump's approval on inflation fell sharply, driven by Republicans and blue-collar voters shifting negative.
- Steve Liesman warns consumers see price increases at checkout, especially for goods tied to tariffs and wages lagging inflation.
Wall Street Favors Credible Fed Pick
- Kevin Warsh moved ahead in prediction markets as Wall Street prefers a credible, independent Fed chair.
- Steve Liesman says the market pushes the president toward a nominee with perceived credibility like Warsh.
Call Senators To Push Health Reform
- Steve Scalise urged constituents to call senators to demand health care choice and reforms if they want lower premiums.
- He recommended engaging both Republican and Democratic senators to help the bill reach 60 votes in the Senate.