RELEASE: Congresswoman Friedman Slams GOP Budget Proposal as Tax Breaks for the Rich at the Expense of Investments for Hardworking Americans

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, February 12, 2025, U.S. Congresswoman Laura Friedman (CA-30) slammed the GOP’s fiscal year 2025 Budget Resolution for what it is: a $4.5 trillion tax breaks for the ultra-rich at the expense of investments for hardworking families, seniors, and vulnerable Americans. 

The proposal outlines $4.5 trillion in tax breaks for the wealthiest Americans and large corporations, while threatening Social Security, Medicaid, and food assistance for American children and families. At the same time, it fails to reduce the federal deficit, not only disregarding bipartisan budget estimates but also relying on inflated, unrealistic projections that mask the true cost and will ultimately cause greater economic harm — especially to middle-class and low-income families. 

“This budget isn’t just irresponsible — it’s deliberately misleading. Republicans are pushing $4.5 trillion in tax breaks for the rich while gutting Social Security, Medicaid, and food assistance for millions of hardworking Americans. Children in our schools will go hungry, healthcare will be more expensive, and cancer research will stop,” said Congresswoman Laura Friedman (CA-30). “I’m all for making life more affordable and responsible spending but this isn’t fiscal responsibility — this is a scam that will blow up the deficit and punish hardworking families while padding the pockets of billionaires, including most of President Trump’s friends and allies.” 

Republican Budget Hurts Working Families Without Reducing the Deficit: 

• Medicaid cuts threaten millions of seniors, children, and low-income families, putting their access to healthcare at risk. 
• SNAP reductions will increase hunger and food insecurity for more than 40 million Americans, including children at school and veterans. 
• Social Security is at risk of reductions and eligibility restrictions. 

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