The article outlines key political events in 2026, including the midterm elections, potential redistricting impacts, gubernatorial races, and the early start of the 2028 presidential race, highlighting the ongoing party divisions and the future political landscape in the US.
Former MLB All-Star Mark Teixeira announced his bid for Texas' 21st Congressional District, aligning with the Trump 'America First' agenda, aiming to succeed Rep. Chip Roy, and leveraging his high-profile sports career and Texas roots in his campaign.
The White House has created a scorecard rating companies based on their support for Trump's policies, encouraging praise and punishing criticism, which critics see as authoritarian. Major corporations are actively engaging with Trump to gain favor, often receiving benefits like deregulation and government contracts, raising concerns about undue influence and government overreach.
Nebraska Congressman Mike Flood faced strong opposition from constituents at a town hall over his support for Trump's policies, including Medicaid changes and tax measures, but defended his votes and emphasized the importance of public discourse.
Senator Thom Tillis of North Carolina announced he will oppose the GOP's sweeping budget bill, citing concerns over Medicaid and rural hospital funding cuts that could impact hundreds of thousands in North Carolina, diverging from his party and highlighting potential political implications for upcoming elections.
House conservatives are hesitant to support the Senate's version of a bill aimed at enacting Trump's domestic policy agenda, citing concerns over increased deficits and deeper Medicaid cuts, amidst pressure from President Trump and ongoing negotiations between House and Senate Republicans.
Senate Republicans released their version of a bill for Trump's domestic agenda, featuring extensions of tax cuts, Medicaid spending cuts with stricter eligibility and work requirements, a cap on SALT deductions at $10,000, and changes to Medicare eligibility rules, with ongoing negotiations expected to reach a broader policy package by July 4.
Senate Republicans are exploring ways to cut waste, fraud, and abuse in Medicare as part of a broader effort to reduce government spending and fund President Trump's domestic agenda, despite concerns and political risks associated with touching the popular program.