The David Pakman Show 7/2/25: Disaster bill passes, Trump wants to deport citizens, job losses mount
Jul 2, 2025
David Graham, staff writer at The Atlantic and bestselling author, discusses his new book and the political implications of Project 2025. He delves into the Senate's alarming tax-cut bill that could strip millions of health coverage. The conversation highlights job losses in the private sector and critiques Trump's chaotic public statements, including his controversial calls for deporting citizens. Graham also emphasizes the dangers of rising authoritarian rhetoric and the potential impacts on civil liberties and press freedom in America.
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Senate Bill Cuts 17M Health Covers
- The Senate passed a bill cutting Medicaid and ACA subsidies, stripping health coverage from at least 17 million people to fund tax cuts.
- This will cause disabled, poor, seniors, and children to lose coverage, representing a cruel policy choice prioritizing billionaires' tax relief.
Murkowski's Frozen Silence
- Senator Lisa Murkowski voted for the bill after securing funding for Alaska, despite knowing the bill's harms.
- Her frozen silence and evasive response showed the tension between her public disapproval and political pragmatism.
Inevitable Passage of Bill
- The bill's passage was inevitable with Republicans holding power and offering multiple concessions until they reached 50 votes.
- Honest acknowledgment of political realities is crucial, even if it frustrates those hoping to stop the bill.
