Scott Jennings Pushes Back Against CNN Host’s Medicaid Panic Over Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’
On CNN Tuesday, Scott Jennings, a senior political commentator, addressed Casey Hunt’s worries about Medicaid cuts tied to President Donald Trump’s recent legislative push. The Senate Finance Committee unveiled tax and Medicaid proposals in June, which include stricter eligibility requirements and changes to labor conditions. These reforms are more sweeping than the version passed by […]
Scott Jennings Points Out to Paul Begala That Bill Clinton Supported Work Requirements for Medicaid
Republican Strategist Criticizes Medicaid Reforms On Tuesday, Republican strategist Scott Jennings remarked on former Clinton administration official Paul Vegara’s past proposals for requiring employment from Medicaid recipients. The Senate voted to pass a settlement bill with a narrow 51-50 margin, with Vice President J.D. Vance casting the deciding vote as Senate President. Vegara warned that […]
Examination: Alabama Arise shares incorrect information about the Big, Beautiful, Bill
Alabama Nonprofit Challenges Trump’s Tax and Spending Proposals In Alabama, a progressive nonprofit organization is actively opposing President Donald Trump’s tax and spending proposals currently under consideration in the US Senate. Their mission, as stated on their website, emphasizes supporting public policies that aim to uplift individuals facing poverty. Recently, a press conference in Montgomery […]
Alabama Democrats in Congress oppose ‘Big, Beautiful, Bill’
Alabama Democrats Criticize Trump’s Tax Bill Recently, members of Alabama’s Democratic Congressional delegation expressed strong disapproval of President Donald Trump’s latest tax legislation, referred to as the “big and beautiful bill.” This extensive 1,000-page bill narrowly passed with a 215-214 vote and continues the tax cuts initiated in 2017. It notably avoids imposing taxes on […]
Trump pressured to combat the far ends of his own party to preserve ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’
Senate Republicans Push Trump’s Agenda Despite Party Divisions In the hours following a recent debate, Senate Republicans rallied behind President Donald Trump’s initiatives, even as two GOP senators diverged from the party line. North Carolina’s Sen. Tom Tillis and Kentucky’s Sen. Rand Paul were the notable dissenters, voting “No” alongside the Democrats. This coalition helped […]
Senate begins voting on large tax and spending reduction bill
Senate Votes on Marathon Amendment WASHINGTON – The US Senate is gearing up to hold voting sessions on the Marathon Amendment beginning Monday. This process will involve a wide range of proposals from both Republicans and Democrats. The discussions are set to take place throughout Monday and could extend into Tuesday, testing the endurance of […]
Dr. Daniel Jackson: Rep. Paul Lee’s sensible bill allows retired doctors to practice once more
As a physician, I’ve seen quite a gap between what patients need and the care available to them. It’s clear that rising costs, diminishing reimbursement rates, physician burnout, and soaring liability insurance rates pose real challenges in attracting and retaining doctors in Alabama. Yet, there’s a glimmer of hope thanks to a new law recently […]
7 Things: The ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ faces challenges; Alabama responds to Supreme Court decisions; MTG boldly visits HSV; and more …
7. Key business organizations in Alabama have endorsed U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) for governor, highlighting the support from the Alabama Business Council (BCA), the Alabama Forestry Association (AFA), and the Alabama Concrete Industry Association (ACIA) to promote strong economic leadership. 6. Alabama Governor Kay Ivey, along with 16 other Republican governors, has voiced opposition […]
Tuberville and Britt have different views on Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’
As President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” works its way through the Senate, Senators Tommy Tuberville and Katie Britt from Alabama share their perspectives on the legislation. The bill, spanning over 1,000 pages, narrowly passed the House with a 215-214 vote, garnering support from all Republican representatives in Alabama. It aims to extend tax cuts enacted […]
Senate’s version of the significant bill allocates billions for Marshall Space Flight Center
As lawmakers on Capitol Hill continue discussions surrounding President Donald Trump’s significant bill, reports indicate that the Senate’s version allocates substantial funding to the Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC) in North Alabama for NASA-related projects. According to a document released by the Senate Commerce Committee on Thursday, MSFC is designated to receive $100 million for […]
