Progressives Put Trump’s Populist Promises to the Test in New Plan
Progressives plan to test Trump on drug prices, credit cards and other economic promises as Democrats take control of Congress.
Progressive Democrats are testing President Trump's populist economic promises through a new strategy, according to a memo from the Congressional Progressive Caucus (CPC). The memo, obtained by Politico, outlines a three-part approach: passing progressive legislation, using congressional oversight against corporations and the Trump administration, and holding Trump accountable to his own economic policies.
CPC Chair Greg Casar argues that the party's growing majority of over 105 members will strengthen their ability to shape legislation, rather than diminish it.
In response, White House spokesman Matthew Middleton stated that Trump is open to working across party lines on the economy, highlighting the administration's economic achievements such as tax cuts, job creation, and trade deals. Casar emphasizes that Democrats should focus on policies that lower costs, root out corruption, and boost wages, rather than engaging in intra-party battles.
The memo specifically targets areas like credit card interest rates, prescription drug costs, and surveillance pricing by corporations, citing Trump's own statements supporting these policies.
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