The Headlines The New Cost of Trump’s Bill, and Gen Z’s Retirement Plan
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Jun 30, 2025 Explore the staggering $3.3 trillion impact of a Senate bill on national debt and the consequences for healthcare. Delve into Trump’s political maneuverings against dissenting senators and a Supreme Court ruling affecting judicial power. Discover how Gen Z is revolutionizing retirement savings with smart strategies and a gender divide in investments. Plus, uncover the colorful conundrum Kraft Heinz faces in creating lime green Jell-O without artificial dyes. It’s a blend of politics, finance, and food science that will keep you engaged!
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Senate Bill's Huge Cost and Impact
- Senate's version of Trump's domestic policy bill would add $3.3 trillion to the debt and increase the uninsured by 12 million in a decade.
- The bill cuts safety nets to provide tax breaks mainly for the wealthiest, causing Senate Republican divisions.
Tillis Threatened, Exits Politics
- Senator Tom Tillis opposed the bill citing betrayal of promises and concerns about healthcare cuts.
- After Trump threatened a primary challenge, Tillis announced he won't run again due to the rarity of bipartisan leadership.
Nationwide Injunctions Curtailed
- Supreme Court limits federal judges' powers to issue nationwide injunctions, affecting checks on presidential policies.
- Future legal challenges will be limited, causing confusion and piecemeal enforcement of rulings.