The Daily Punch Budget clears reconciliation
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May 19, 2025 House Republicans are grappling with tough negotiations after the Budget Committee's approval of a reconciliation bill, highlighting rifts between conservatives and moderates. Tensions over Medicaid amendments loom large as Congress faces deadlines. Meanwhile, the chaotic Illinois Senate primary is heating up, with Rep. Lauren Underwood potentially reshaping the race. The podcast also explores new campaign strategies in response to the digital age, as candidates leverage social media to connect with voters ahead of midterms.
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GOP Reconciliation Challenges
- House Republicans face tough negotiations despite recent progress on the reconciliation bill.
- Conservative holdouts pressured Speaker Johnson for Medicaid work requirement changes and tax credit phase-outs.
FMAP Changes Face Moderate Opposition
- Changing FMAP formulas in reconciliation faces strong opposition from moderates.
- Republicans pushing FMAP adjustments risk killing consensus needed for Senate approval.
Push Conservatives Push Hard
- Conservatives must push hard on Medicaid FMAP despite Senate resistance to influence outcome.
- Maintaining pressure helps leverage within negotiations even if ultimate changes seem unlikely.