The Globalist The future of Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ and the UK redesigns its banknotes
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Jul 4, 2025 Juliette Lindley, a journalist based in Zurich, Christopher Sabatini, a senior fellow for Latin America, and Scott Lucas, an adjunct professor at UCD, dive into the implications of Trump's new legislation on U.S. politics. They discuss the Mercosur-EU trade deal's long journey and the ideological divisions it reveals. The conversation shifts to the UK's banknotes redesign, highlighting public input versus expert oversight in shaping national identity. Tune in for insights on these key global topics and their broader societal impacts!
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Trump's Grip Secures Bill Passage
- Trump's influence quelled Republican opposition to the "big, beautiful bill."
- The bill narrowly passed with key reversals from both moderate and fire-breathing Republicans.
Human Cost of the Bill
- The bill will harm millions by cutting healthcare and food assistance.
- Democrats highlighted personal stories to expose the human cost of the legislation.
Republicans' Short-Term Political Fix
- Republicans fear primary challenges if they defy Trump, despite constituent harm.
- The bill will increase debt and damage the poorest Americans, with poor public opinion.