Left, Right & Center GOP infighting creates a big, beautiful nightmare
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May 16, 2025 
Antonia Ferrier, a seasoned communications strategist for Republican leaders, joins Mo Elleithee, a former DNC communications director, and host Molly Ball to tackle the GOP's internal struggles over a major tax bill. They dive into the battles between fiscal conservatives and moderates, shedding light on the complexities of Medicaid reform. The group also discusses Trump's recent Middle East state visit, balancing business interests against diplomatic ties while raising ethical concerns over foreign policy.
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Medicaid Reform Challenges
- Medicaid needs restructuring; work requirements are rational reforms.
- GOP infighting shows the difficulty in balancing cuts and political courage for social safety net reform.
Tax Cuts vs Working Class
- GOP tax bill cuts programs aiding the working class while extending wealthy tax cuts.
- These cuts hurt the very voters who supported Trump and the Republican majority.
GOP Fiscal Divide
- GOP faces internal conflict between fiscal hawks and moderates on spending cuts.
- States can increase social spending independently, not necessarily requiring federal action.