Pod Save America GOP Passes Megabill, Betrays Its Own Voters
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Jul 4, 2025 
Jen Psaki, former White House Press Secretary and MSNBC host, joins to analyze the GOP's passage of a controversial megabill that cuts taxes for the wealthy while slashing Medicaid for the poor. She discusses internal party dynamics and implications for the midterms. Congressman Ro Khanna weighs in on the Democratic response to this unpopular bill, highlighting the urgency for effective messaging on healthcare access and how these decisions may alienate key voter demographics. Their insights reveal a shifting political landscape and the challenges ahead.
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GOP Passes Controversial Bill Despite Opposition
- House Republicans passed an unpopular bill cutting Medicaid and giving tax breaks to the rich without any concessions despite initial resistance.
- This exposes fear of Trump primaries overshadowing their stated opposition and accountability to voters.
Bill Unpopular Among Trump Voters
- Polls show the bill is deeply unpopular among Trump’s core voters, including white working class and rural voters.
- Republican strategy delays cuts until after midterms to soften immediate political blowback.
State Deals Secure Senate Passage
- Senators made state-specific deals to gain passage, like Lisa Murkowski’s Kodiak kickback for Alaska.
- Some GOP Senators deny responsibility, hoping the House will fix or reverse damaging provisions.