Bulwark Takes McConnell Goes FULL VILLAIN With Heartless Medicaid Remark
Jun 24, 2025
Tim Miller and Sam Stein dive into the political whirlwind surrounding recent Medicaid cuts and Mitch McConnell's chilling comments. They explore the Republican Party's internal conflict between traditional values and rising populism. The hosts highlight how red states may bear the brunt of healthcare cuts while lawmakers prioritize tax breaks for the rich. As the Senate rushes to push through controversial legislation, the hosts discuss the potential fallout for re-election campaigns amid growing frustrations over party leadership.
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McConnell's Heartless Medicaid Remark
- Mitch McConnell dismisses concerns about Medicaid cuts by saying voters "will get over it."
- This reveals a disregard for the impact on working-class constituents who rely on Medicaid.
Old Guard vs. New GOP on Medicaid
- Newer MAGA Republicans depend more on Medicaid voters compared to old guard Republicans like McConnell.
- McConnell's approach shows he's from an era favoring government program cuts without pandering.
McConnell vs. Tillis Incentives
- Mitch McConnell is not running for reelection, so he shows less concern for voters' backlash.
- Tom Tillis, running again, tries to raise awareness that Medicaid cuts disproportionately hurt red states.