During a heated discussion on CNN NewsNight, Democratic strategist Neera Tanden clashed with Rep. Mike Lawler about the GOP's stance on childcare policies. Tanden highlighted that many Republicans, including Lawler, have opposed critical measures like the child tax credit. The dialogue also touched on a controversial proposal from the Trump administration encouraging childbirth, which included benefits for families. Lawler contended that he didn't vote against certain bills due to his election timing, resulting in a back-and-forth about legislative accountability and honesty regarding support for family-friendly policies.
TANDEN: I support child care, the child care tax credit, and the child tax credit. A lot of Republicans have voted against the child tax credit.
TANDEN: I think it's unfortunate that conservatives, Republicans have voted against those very ideas in Congress, like paid leave and childcare.
TANDEN: I find it a little weird for the government to take an interest in women's menstrual cycles if a Democratic administration did it.
LAWLER: Thank you. So, you apologize for lying? TANDEN: I'm sorry. LAWLER: Thank you. TANDEN: I'm not lying.
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