Overview

• Rep. Jasmine Crockett stated that many GOP lawmakers privately criticize President Trump’s tariffs and budget cuts but refrain from publicly opposing them.
• Crockett described Trump’s proposed budget cuts to social programs, including Medicaid and nutrition assistance, as 'absolutely insane.'
• House Republicans have reportedly remained silent during committee markups, avoiding defending or discussing amendments to Trump-backed proposals.
• Democrats on the House Budget Committee are systematically documenting district-level impacts of proposed cuts to highlight their effects on vulnerable populations.
• Crockett asserted that Republicans are avoiding town halls to evade backlash from constituents over the unpopular measures.