The MeidasTouch Podcast Senator Kelly Calls out Trump for Disaster Trump Shutdown
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Oct 13, 2025 
Mark Kelly, U.S. Senator from Arizona and former naval aviator, joins the discussion to tackle pressing issues like the government shutdown and healthcare. He highlights how MAGA Republicans threaten access to healthcare subsidies, affecting vulnerable Americans. Delving into national security, Kelly critiques the legal justifications for military actions near Venezuela. Despite the challenges, he expresses optimism for bipartisan cooperation, emphasizing the need to protect healthcare for all.
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Speaker Blocking Representation Over Epstein
- Mike Johnson is blocking swearing-in and enjoying the shutdown to avoid dealing with Jeffrey Epstein issues.
- Senator Mark Kelly says the refusal leaves over 100,000 Arizonans without representation and is transparently political.
Healthcare Cuts To Pay For Wealthy Tax Cuts
- Cutting ACA subsidies is tied to funding large tax cuts for the wealthy, not necessity.
- Kelly frames the GOP move as prioritizing a four-trillion-dollar tax cut over affordable premiums for millions.
Constituents' Premium Shock Stories
- Kelly shares constituents' stories about premiums jumping from $250 to over $1,000 and losing coverage.
- He names Robin and Rusty to illustrate real voters, including Trump supporters, who face unaffordable insurance.