CNN will never learn. They will continue to push propaganda even though they’ve been exposed.
That’s why a CNN host had to get utterly embarrassed by a Congressman on live TV.
House Passes Trump-Backed Reconciliation Bill Amid Heated Medicaid Debate
The House of Representatives approved a major reconciliation bill early Thursday in a 219-213 vote, marking a significant win for the Trump administration’s agenda to streamline government programs. The legislation, which faced resistance from over a dozen Republican holdouts, advanced with all but one GOP dissenter ultimately supporting the measure. The bill’s passage has sparked intense debate, particularly over its Medicaid reforms, with Republican Rep. Tim Burchett of Tennessee engaging in a fiery exchange with CNN guest host Brianna Keilar on Wednesday evening.
During an appearance on OutFront with Erin Burnett, Burchett defended the bill against Keilar’s claims that it would strip health insurance from millions. Keilar cited Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimates, stating, “The CBO, which you put so much trust in for years and years that you passed a resolution wanting estimates read before bills, is very clear about how many people are going to be kicked off of healthcare, until you were against the CBO.”
Burchett pushed back sharply, saying, “No, ma’am. No, ma’am. Listen, if you want to do the editorial, just go ahead and you don’t need me on here.” Keilar responded, “These are facts, sir, I don’t have to editorialize.” The Tennessee congressman, labeled a “holdout” by CNN’s Abby Phillip on NewsNight before he voted to advance the bill, dismissed the CBO as a “partisan organization.”
Burchett argued for transparency in legislative spending, stating, “I would like to see scores. I would like to see what the economic — economic output of every bill. You as a taxpayer should want that too. And the CBO is the only organization we have. If I could allow a private accounting firm to do it, I would much rather that happen, but the reality is it would have to be the CBO.” He added, “And what do you have against knowing how much each bill is spent? Why does the media post that? Why do you all on the left always fight every chance at America knowing what’s going on?”
The congressman further defended the bill’s intent, saying, “The problem you all have with this bill, ma’am, is that it’s — it gets government out of our way and lets Americans make some decisions and maybe hardworking Americans would have a better choice and a better shot at life in this country without you all just telling us how bad things are going and trying to construct, and as you’re doing with me, trying to dictate what I’ve said.”
He reiterated, “And the reality is the CBO is a partisan organization. And the reality is America has a right to know how much we’re spending on every piece of legislation. I cannot believe you, as a member of the media, would not want open records and that is exactly what that bill would do.”
Keilar countered that CNN had been covering the bill’s details, but Burchett accused the network of fearmongering. “Ma’am, you all are trying to scare — are you talking about the big, beautiful bill? You all just try to scare America by telling millions of people are going to be cut off this thing. You’re talking about the people that are on it illegally that are gaming the system and that is —” Burchett said before Keilar interjected, “No, we’re not. The CBO is very clear.”
Burchett stood firm, stating, “And the bill does not — it does not do anything of what you’ve said. And all you’ve done is scare America and you’re not doing a service to this country, ma’am.” The exchange highlighted the contentious nature of the bill’s Medicaid provisions, which have drawn scrutiny from both sides.
According to a June 24 House Budget Committee statement citing CBO analysis, the bill’s Medicaid reforms would result in approximately 11 million people losing coverage by 2034. Of those, 4.8 million would be removed due to failing to meet a new 80-hour-per-month work requirement, and 1.4 million illegal immigrants would also be dropped from the program. Supporters argue these measures target inefficiencies and ensure benefits are directed to eligible recipients.
The Trump administration has championed the reconciliation bill as a step toward reducing government overreach and Hawkins and fostering economic opportunity. The bill’s passage in the House, despite initial Republican resistance, signals momentum for the administration’s priorities. The legislation now heads to the Senate, where it faces further debate and potential amendments.
Critics, including some Democrats and media outlets, have warned of the bill’s impact on vulnerable populations, particularly through its Medicaid changes. However, proponents, including Burchett, maintain that the reforms empower Americans by promoting accountability and curbing misuse of public resources.
The Trump administration remains optimistic about its prospects, framing it as a cornerstone of their agenda to prioritize American taxpayers and streamline federal programs. The bill, at the time of writing, is awaiting Trump’s signature in the Oval Office.
VICTORY: The One Big Beautiful Bill Passes U.S. Congress, Heads to President Trump’s Desk 🇺🇸🎉 pic.twitter.com/d1nbOlL21G
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) July 3, 2025
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