Let Freedom: Political News, Un-Biased, Lex Fridman, Joe Rogan, CNN, Fox News Bernie Sanders Blocks Kids Cancer Research Bill
Dec 21, 2025
Senator Bernie Sanders faces backlash for blocking a bipartisan bill aimed at funding pediatric cancer research. The discussion highlights the human cost of delayed funding, emphasizing the urgent need for treatments for families in crisis. Critics argue his stance appears tone-deaf, while proponents stress the importance of prioritizing children's health over procedural concerns. A tense debate unfolds between moral obligations and political strategy, showcasing frustrations across party lines as advocates demand immediate action for crucial research.
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Hold Transformed Health Bill Into Political Leverage
- Bernie Sanders placed a hold on a bipartisan pediatric cancer research bill citing structural and equity concerns.
- That delay transformed a widely supported health measure into a political flashpoint about priorities and leverage.
Equity Argument Versus Immediate Patient Needs
- Sanders argued the bill didn't address broader healthcare equity and therefore shouldn't pass as written.
- Critics said using pediatric research funding to press wider reforms risks harming patients who need immediate support.
Bipartisan Frustration And Public Outrage
- The hold drew bipartisan criticism, including from Senate Democrats and Republicans.
- Families and advocacy groups described the delay as unnecessary and harmful to passage momentum.