Sen. John Braun joins The Lars Larson Show to explain Medicaid reforms and critique Washington’s budget, healthcare taxes, and carbon program—calling for accountability and an end to political fearmongering.
Senator John Braun breaks down evolving questions around Medicaid changes, celebrates steep drops in auto thefts, and confronts serious concerns at Green Hill’s juvenile facility in this candid episode of The Elephant in the Dome. [TRANSCRIPT]
LISTEN This is a simplified and edited version of the original podcast conversation. It’s designed to make the key points easier to follow and more engaging for readers. Some phrasing has been condensed or reworded for clarity and flow Medicaid Work Requirements –...
Washington’s Medicaid system is undergoing major changes right now—but a state senator says it’s not because of the federal “Big Beautiful Bill,” as some claim. Tracy Ellis explains.
Sen. John Braun says Democrats are using the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ to distract from recent actions, like $13B in new taxes targeting working Washingtonians, as he told "The Jason Rantz Show" on KTTH radio. FULL KTTH REPORT Listen
Drug-filled Burrito Delivery - Corruption at Green Hill School sparks outrage as Sen. John Braun slams the facility’s failure to rehabilitate youth, citing misconduct, drug smuggling, and overcrowding. Full KING 5 report ...
Sen. John Braun joins Ari Hoffman to explain how the federal “Big Beautiful Bill” benefits Washington—highlighting Medicaid reforms, tax relief, and ag support—while calling out political fearmongering and overspending by state Democrats.
Sen. John Braun joins Lars Larson to unpack the federal “Big Beautiful Bill,” defending Medicaid work requirements, tax code changes, and energy provisions—while criticizing Washington’s spending and coverage for ineligible recipients.
Senator John Braun responds to Governor Ferguson’s harsh criticism of the federal “Big Beautiful Bill.” While the governor warns of devastating impacts to health care, food assistance, clean energy, and rural hospitals, Braun argues that the bill introduces thoughtful...
https://src.wastateleg.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/EITD-POD-EP219-The-Elephant-in-the-Dome-Podcast-Braun-Big-Beautiful-Bill-Breakdown.mp3 LISTEN This transcript has been edited for clarity and brevity. It may not reflect the conversation verbatim. Tracy Ellis: It’s...
A big thumbs up from a state senator on the decision to stop federal talks about breaching the Snake River dams. Tracy Ellis reports.
Following the tragic act of political violence in Minnesota, Washington Senate Republican Leader John Braun urges bipartisan condemnation of all violence. He also warns of looming budget shortfalls after a sobering revenue forecast, criticizes tax hikes, and argues...
