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What poll findings reveal Republicans’ stance on enhanced premium tax credits?

Belle of the Ranch 0:01

Well, howdy there internet people it spell again. So today we're going to talk about Trump learning the shutdown was a mistake for the GOP. A new poll from John McLaughlin that was commissioned by the conservative group Americans for a Balanced Budget told Republicans what we've been talking about for months. Their one big beautiful bill hurt Americans, and their continued refusal to fix it will cost them. This is a polster Trump trusts. The polling was conducted across battleground districts that are must-wins for Republicans. John McLaughlin, who is the CEO of McLaughlin and Associates, said quote Across party lines, voters agree extending the tax credits is the common sense choice to keep health care costs down and protect middle class families from higher taxes, with an overwhelming majority of voters supporting the enhanced premium tax credits.

How do the poll results suggest preserving tax credits is smart politics for the GOP?

Belle of the Ranch 1:07

This is a unifying issue that cuts across partisan lines and resonates heading into the next election. If you want the numbers that matter, a wide majority of respondents fifty one percent to thirty six percent would support a Democratic candidate who fought to preserve and protect enhanced premium tax credits. Over a Republican candidate who refused to protect enhanced premium tax credits and wanted them to expire. The enhanced premium tax credits are supported by seventy-two percent of voters, and that includes seventy-two percent of independents. D. Stewart, president of Americans for a balanced budget, said quote This poll makes it clear preserving the enhanced premium tax credits isn't just good policy.

Belle of the Ranch 2:04

It's smart politics for Republicans looking to defend their majority in the twenty twenty six midterms.

Why did the recent government shutdown occur and how did Trump react?

Belle of the Ranch 2:12

Hardworking Americans are counting on Congress to prevent what would amount to a massive health care tax hike on millions of families. Extending these credits is about protecting working Americans and small business owners who pay their own way and keeping coverage affordable. Reminder Americans for a balanced budget describes itself as quote. A conservative issue advocacy organization. So to be clear. Conservative polling is telling Trump and the GOP to preserve the enhanced premium tax credits, what we've been calling the ACA credits, and saying it's smart politics to do so. However, the Republican Party currently has had the government shut down for weeks because the Democratic Party wants to extend the credits and Republicans are blocking it.

Belle of the Ranch 3:12

The Democratic Party won the shutdown fight.

What does the episode say about the GOP’s likely concession on the shutdown?

Belle of the Ranch 3:15

Trump lost. They'll get the tax credits extended one way or another. It's pretty clear that Republicans will cave. The only question is whether or not they cave before or after the shutdown ends. And whether or not the Democratic Party can capitalize on their victory by getting the message out. It seems clear that the Democratic Party might have just preserved health care for millions. This entire shutdown was a Republican stunt to prevent something their own voters want and are going to end up passing. For independence, they put Trump's ego over your wishes and your health.

How might the Democratic Party capitalize on the shutdown victory after the midterms?

Belle of the Ranch 3:59

The only reason it seems obvious they'll cave now is because they need your vote. What do you think they'll do right after the midterms when they don't need you? And have already shown they'll shut down the government to make sure you can afford health insurance. If the Democratic Party doesn't start messaging about this right now, they're not paying attention. Anyway, it's just a thought. Y'all have a good day.

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