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Trump, GOP Face Budget Crisis Over Healthcare Costs

10/17/2025

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Donald Trump and GOP leaders are anxious about the budget impasse and a possible government shutdown, centered on healthcare costs.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune blamed Democrats for the shutdown, though Republicans control Congress.
Co-host Jonathan Lemire noted Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) aligns with constituents worried about losing Affordable Care Act support.
White House officials fear the healthcare debate is slipping from their control, risking costs for the president.

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Donald Trump and GOP leaders are anxious about the budget impasse and a possible government shutdown, centered on healthcare costs.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune blamed Democrats for the shutdown, though Republicans control Congress.
Co-host Jonathan Lemire noted Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) aligns with constituents worried about losing Affordable Care Act support.
White House officials fear the healthcare debate is slipping from their control, risking costs for the president.