The MeidasTouch Podcast Trump Gets Blindsided as Senate GOP Turns Against Him on Vote
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Oct 29, 2025 Senate Republicans defy Trump by voting against his tariff plan, raising eyebrows about party optics during a shutdown. There's growing tension as GOP members express frustration with colleagues vacationing while essential services are at stake. Testimonies reveal how tariffs hurt farmers and consumers, contradicting Trump's trade war tactics. The discussion touches on allegations of withholding SNAP benefits, drawing attention to the impact on millions. The dynamics within the House GOP unveil infighting, adding more drama to the political landscape.
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Senate Rebukes Trump's Brazil Tariffs
- The Senate voted 52-48 to overturn Trump's 50% tariffs on Brazil, showing GOP senators breaking with him.
- Several MAGA-aligned senators joined Democrats to signal opposition to tariffs harming consumers and businesses.
High-Profile Republicans Break With Tariff Policy
- Republicans including Susan Collins, Mitch McConnell, Lisa Murkowski, Rand Paul, and Tom Tillis opposed the tariffs citing constitutional and economic harms.
- Senators warned tariffs act like taxes and hurt supply chains, consumers, and farmers.
Private GOP Dissent Over Trade Wars
- Rand Paul reported about 20 GOP senators privately oppose the tariff wars but fear reprisal from Trump.
- He highlighted losses in farm exports and reluctance to publicly challenge the president.