In a recent broadcast of MSNBC’s “11th Hour,” host Stephanie Ruhle addressed accusations from Republicans that President Joe Biden is attempting to buy votes through his student loan relief plans. Ruhle countered by suggesting that fulfilling campaign promises to specific groups is a standard practice in politics. She emphasized that similar strategies are employed by Republicans, particularly pointing to former President Donald Trump and other GOP members who cut taxes, allowing individuals to keep more of their money. Ruhle argued that these tax cuts predominantly benefit wealthy individuals and corporations, highlighting that every political group tends to favor policies that cater to their supporters.
Ruhle elaborated on her point by contrasting Biden’s student debt relief with tax policies that Republicans advocate for. She noted that while Biden’s plan targets college graduates, Republican tax cuts like the carried interest loophole and corporate tax reductions primarily benefit private equity and large corporations, not the general populace. She remarked that Trump’s tax cuts mainly favored the wealthiest individuals, questioning the criticism of Biden’s actions as vote-buying. Ruhle concluded that such practices are an inherent part of politics, where fulfilling campaign promises to certain groups is a common tactic used by all parties.
