Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
We Got This Covered
We Got This Covered
Politics
Sadik Hossain

JD Vance claims gutting social programs is actually ‘pro-children’ in the most shameless spin attempt ever

Republicans are trying to change public opinion about President Donald Trump’s recent reconciliation bill, which has faced strong opposition from the American public. The bill, which includes major cuts to social programs, is being reframed as helpful to working families.

Vice President JD Vance spoke in Pennsylvania on Wednesday, focusing on the bill’s child care tax credits while avoiding discussion of the significant cuts to Medicaid and SNAP programs. He attempted to present the legislation as beneficial for families across different economic backgrounds, continuing his controversial policy positions that have drawn scrutiny.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.