Pod Save America Can the Big Beautiful Bill Be Stopped?
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Jul 1, 2025 
Chris Murphy, a U.S. Senator from Connecticut, dives into the controversial Big Beautiful Bill and its potentially devastating effects on healthcare, including massive Medicaid cuts. He reveals surprising opposition from Republican Senator Tom Thillis and critiques how the bill favors the wealthy while harming the poor. The conversation also touches on the implications of the White House's aggressive claims about airstrikes on Iran amid escalating political tensions and highlights the urgent need for public mobilization to address these pressing issues.
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Massive Healthcare Losses Predicted
- The bill causes 17 million people to lose healthcare via Medicaid cuts and ACA subsidy reductions.
- This will lead to hospital closures and increased healthcare hardship, significantly affecting insured and uninsured alike.
Senate Bill More Extreme Than House
- Senate Republicans have no moderate members left and are dominated by MAGA-aligned senators.
- The bill worsens on healthcare and renewable energy, including new taxes crippling renewables.
Energy Prices and Brownouts Ahead
- The bill will cause 5% to 20% energy price increases and possible brownouts by canceling renewable projects.
- This directly harms consumers amid rising demand and threatens grid reliability in hot regions.