Playbook Deep Dive
Why this Trump term will be different
Nov 8, 2024
Meridith McGraw, a national political correspondent for POLITICO and author of "Trump in Exile," teams up with Mike DeBonis, Playbook editor at POLITICO, to dissect the nuances of a potential second Trump term. They discuss who might fill Trump's cabinet, the evolving GOP leadership, and how Democrats will strategize after their recent losses. The conversation touches on the shifting dynamics within the Republican Party, the rise of the America First Policy Institute, and how Trump's policy priorities may clash with a new political landscape.
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- Trump's return to the White House will embolden a unified Republican government to advance legislation with less inter-party conflict than before.
- The dynamics of Trump's cabinet and GOP leadership elections will significantly influence his administration's policy effectiveness and party cohesion.
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Big Pharma's De-Linking Agenda
Big Pharma aims to advance a self-serving agenda known as de-linking, which would significantly increase profits for drug companies while simultaneously driving up healthcare costs for patients, employers, and taxpayers. This strategy is perceived as a $32 billion money grab, raising concerns about the overall impact on the healthcare system. The agenda could lead to diminishing price controls, effectively boosting the pricing power of pharmaceutical companies even further. Rejecting this initiative is crucial to protect the financial interests of the public and maintain manageable healthcare expenses.
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