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What is the new “veto‑proof” strategy for the Epstein vote that the episode introduces?

Belle of the Ranch 0:01

Well, howdy there, internet people, it's Belle again. So today we're going to talk about a Trump veto proof amount of votes on Epstein. Yesterday, we talked about how it appeared like Johnson's strategy was to get the vote over releasing the Epstein files done quickly, because he knew he wasn't going to be able to stop it. Then hope it collapses over in the Senate. That strategy has been all but confirmed by congressional insiders. But now there's a new problem. The possibility of a veto proof vote in the House.

How did congressional insiders describe the original plan to rush the Epstein file release through the House?

Belle of the Ranch 0:40

Congressional insiders have said things like If you gotta do it, might as well do it quickly. And many have likened it to ripping off a band-aid. A senior White House official told the press quote. It was made clear to President Trump, and he understands that this is an inevitable reality. The plan seemed to be that once it got to the Senate, Trump would pressure the Senate to let the bill languish and die. Or if it does pass the Senate, Trump could simply veto it. But the new wrinkle is that Massey seems to believe that a veto proof number of votes in the House is possible.

Why does Rep. Massey believe a two‑thirds majority in the House could create a veto‑proof vote?

Belle of the Ranch 1:22

Republican Representative Massey said quote If we get less than two thirds vote when it comes up for a vote, I think it's an uphill battle. But if we are somehow able to get two thirds vote here in the House, puts a lot of pressure on the Senate. And also, if the Senate passes it, that's a very serious step for the president. A two thirds majority is required to override a presidential veto. It's worth noting that our vote count math puts that within reach. Separately, Democrat Rokana was even more direct saying quote.

What would a veto‑proof House vote mean for the Senate and for President Trump’s options?

Belle of the Ranch 2:03

First of all, we may get a veto proof vote in the House. You could get that in the Senate, and it will put such incredible pressure for the MAGA base to be voting against the president. That has never happened in his first term or second term. As a side note, Kana was asked if he thought there would be criminal implications for Trump. He replied with quote. No. I would not go that far, and this effort has never been actually just about Donald Trump.

How might a veto‑proof vote shift Republican attitudes toward Trump and the broader political landscape?

Belle of the Ranch 2:37

What I will say is that there have been a lot of people who have acted with moral guilt and A veto proof majority being reached in the House would all but guarantee the Senate bring it up for a vote. If there was then a similar outcome in the Senate, or even close, the The pressure on Trump would be enormous. It certainly seems like a large number of Republicans are ignoring Trump's proclamation that anybody who supports this is working for the Democrats. This may also be a signal that Congressional Republicans are starting to see Trump as a lame dot. Anyway. It's just a thought. Y'all have a good day.

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