Eleanor Mueller

Eleanor Mueller, a congressional reporter for Semaphore specializing in economic policy, joins to discuss the implications of Donald Trump's ambitious tax-and-spending proposal. They dive into the political tussles surrounding the bill's passage and the tensions between executive and congressional powers over budget control. Mueller highlights the controversial shifts in immigration funding and regressive cuts to social services that could impact low-income Americans. The conversation also touches on the complex dynamics within the Republican Party and the potential consequences of Medicaid reforms.

Eleanor Mueller, a Congress reporter at Semafor, dives into the recent challenges faced by GOP representatives as they defend their records during town halls. She reveals the heated atmosphere when Congressman Mike Flood confronted constituents on budget issues. The discussion also touches on the impact of the Jeffrey Epstein case on congressional engagement and the division within the GOP over Medicaid cuts. Additionally, Mueller examines the repercussions of economic data changes on legislative efforts amid a polarized political climate.