POLITICO Playbook Daily Briefing
February 21, 2025: Will DOGE bite Republicans?
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Quick takeaways
- Congressional Republicans are increasingly worried about the political repercussions of Trump's aggressive federal budget cuts on their stronghold districts.
- The cuts to the FAA raise significant concerns about air travel safety, as essential support roles crucial for operations are being eliminated.
Deep dives
Political Backlash Against Federal Budget Cuts
A significant concern among congressional Republicans has emerged regarding the federal budget cuts initiated by the Trump administration's Department of Government Efficiency. Many lawmakers are privately expressing their worry about the potential political fallout from these cuts, especially in districts where Republican support has traditionally been strong. The GOP is particularly apprehensive about the impact of these reductions on public safety and health roles, prompting a surge of communications with White House officials to address the issue. With the administration's aggressive approach to slashing the budget, there is growing fatigue among Republicans who are caught between public support for reduced federal spending and private fears of electoral consequences.
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