The MeidasTouch Podcast Sen. Baldwin Blasts Trump’s ‘Big, Beautiful Betrayal’
Jun 29, 2025
Tammy Baldwin, the Democratic Senator from Wisconsin and advocate for women's reproductive rights, dives into the fallout from recent Senate hearings. She passionately critiques the 'big, beautiful betrayal' - a term for the controversial legislation harming healthcare access. Baldwin highlights the impact of GOP bills on healthcare services and the implications of the Supreme Court's decisions on women's rights. The conversation sheds light on the challenges of fiscal accountability and the urgent need for transparency in political governance.
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Judiciary Committee’s Credibility Crisis
- Senate Judiciary Committee faces shame due to dishonest Trump judicial nominees' testimonies.
- Dodge answers and refusal to address misconduct erodes committee credibility.
Illegal Budget Maneuvers Exposed
- Trump's OMB unlawfully impounds funds using illegal procedural tricks.
- Officials admit intent despite bipartisan condemnation of these tactics.
VA Firings and Opacity
- Trump administration falsely claimed no firing at VA, masking large-scale workforce reductions.
- Lack of transparency by agencies undermines democracy and accountability.