In an emergency podcast episode, Senator Johnson joins Chamath to discuss the Senate's upcoming review of the Reconciliation Bill and broader fiscal issues facing the United States. The Senator, who identifies with the Tea Party, expresses concerns about the rising national debt, the lack of fiscal discipline in Congress, and the unsustainable levels of government spending. He advocates for a return to pre-pandemic spending levels and a more rigorous, line-by-line review of the federal budget, similar to the approach used by Doge. They explore potential solutions, including rescission packages and a commitment from President Trump to address spending. The conversation also touches on energy policy, tax incentives, and the potential consequences of unchecked deficit spending, including inflation and a decline in the value of the dollar.
