Episode Overview

In this episode of The Charlie Kirk Show, released on June 26, 2025, host Charlie Kirk delves deep into the critical legislative matter known as the "Big Beautiful Bill." The discussion centers around the economic and civil implications of this bill, featuring insights from two prominent guests: Steve Mehran, Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers at the White House, and Harmeet Dhillon, Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights at the Department of Justice. This comprehensive analysis aims to educate listeners on the bill's potential to transform the American economy and uphold civil rights.

Passing the Big Beautiful Bill: An Economic Imperative

[02:50] Steve Mehran begins by emphasizing the urgent need to pass the Big Beautiful Bill to avert a projected $4 trillion tax hike, which he warns would be the "biggest tax hike in history," potentially plunging the economy into recession. He contrasts this dire outcome with the positive economic projections if the bill is enacted.

Key Highlights:

• Economic Growth Boost: According to a study released by the Council of Economic Advisers, passing the bill could boost the economy by 4.6% to 4.9% over the next four years, translating to over 1% growth annually.

  "It'll boost the economy by about 4.6 to 4.9 over the next four years." [03:17]

• Increased Family Incomes: The bill is expected to increase take-home pay for a typical family of four by $7,500 to $11,000 over the same period.

  "Take home pay after tax real income for a typical family of four by about $7,500 to as much as $11,000 over this period." [03:17]

• Deficit Reduction: Beyond growth, the bill pledges to reduce the national deficit by $8.5 to $11 trillion over ten years through various mechanisms, including tariff revenue and reduced government spending.

  "All of this can in total bring down the deficit by as much as 8.5 to $11 trillion over a 10 year window." [05:05]

• Tariffs as Revenue: Implementing tariffs on foreign entities to fund tax reductions for American workers is highlighted as a "sensible policy."

  "Tariffs on foreigners used to pay for tax reductions on American families and American firms. And that sounds great to me." [05:05]

Policy Details:

[06:30] Steve Mehran addresses specific components of the bill, reaffirming commitments to no tax on tips and overtime, aligning with President Trump's campaign promises.

"No tax on tips, no tax on overtime, tax relief for seniors." [06:30]

He further outlines incentives for businesses, such as full expensing on equipment and factories, aimed at fostering investment and job creation.

Extending Trump Tax Cuts: Catalyzing Economic Expansion

[07:54] Steve Mehran praises the 2017 Trump tax cuts for sparking an economic boom, attributing significant gains in employment, GDP growth, and wage increases especially for the working class.

"They remember that it created record lows of unemployment with no inflation." [07:54]

He warns that allowing these tax cuts to expire would result in the aforementioned $4 trillion tax hike, leading to substantial job losses and increased economic hardship.

Spending Cuts and Welfare Reform

[09:25] Steve Mehran lauds the bill as the "greatest welfare reform in American history," addressing not only traditional welfare but also corporate welfare. He criticizes proposals like the Green New Deal, dismissing them as "tilting at windmills" and asserts that taxpayer money should not fund such initiatives.

"There's very little excuse for taxing hardworking Americans to pursue Green New Scam climate dreams." [10:02]

Challenging the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) Analysis

[10:15] Steve Mehran contends that the CBO's assessment of the bill is narrow and incomplete, focusing solely on individual provisions without considering the broader economic benefits.

"They assign a score to every single provision in the bill... it ignores the big picture of what's going on." [10:15]

He argues that the CBO fails to account for the economic growth, deregulation benefits, and tariff revenues, which collectively contribute to significant deficit reduction and debt ratio improvement.

The Trump Baby Investment Account

[13:18] Steve Mehran introduces the Trump Baby investment account, a provision that allocates $1,000 per newborn into a tax-advantaged savings account. This initiative aims to instill financial acumen in future generations and bolster long-term economic stability.

"They'll get $1,000 deposited into this account by the government and, and that will be allowed to grow tax free." [13:18]

Additional Bill Components: Border Security and Energy Policies

[14:03] Steve Mehran outlines other critical elements of the bill, including:

• Border Security Funding: Enhancing border security to reduce crime and inflationary pressures from large-scale immigration.

  "We need the funding to improve border security, to make sure that Americans are protected in their lives and with reduced crime." [14:03]

• Deregulatory Measures: Advancing the administration's deregulatory agenda to lower energy prices and encourage business investments.

  "There's stuff in this bill that's dedicated to bringing the energy price down to deliver real savings to American families." [14:03]

Harmeet Dhillon on Civil Rights Enforcement

Transitioning from economic policies, Charlie Kirk introduces Harmeet Dhillon, Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights, who discusses her role in enforcing federal civil rights laws.

Key Initiatives:

• Voter Roll Compliance: Filing lawsuits against jurisdictions like Orange County, California, for non-compliance with the Help America Vote Act pertaining to maintaining clean voter rolls.

  "We've filed a federal civil rights lawsuit in Orange County, California, challenging their failure to comply with the Help America Vote act." [20:37]

• Title IX and Anti-DEI Policies: Ensuring equal opportunity in educational admissions, opposing quota systems that suppress admissions based on race or gender.

  "We are asking for information from jurisdictions all over the United States... and we're drafting lawsuits, frankly." [20:37]

• Veterans' Rights and Equality in Sports: Addressing discrimination against veterans and enforcing fair access for girls in sports programs.

  "A big issue for me is equality of access for girls in sports. That's an important part of Title IX." [20:37]

Challenges and Critiques:

[23:26] Harmeet Dhillon criticizes the previous Obama and Biden administrations for weaponizing the Civil Rights Division, implementing consent decrees that she argues have led to increased crime and reduced police effectiveness.

"They concocted these consent decrees and really never proving them in court... and crime goes way up in each city with these consent decrees." [23:26]

Combatting Voter Fraud and Enhancing Election Integrity

[26:57] Harmeet Dhillon emphasizes the importance of preventing non-citizens from voting, underscoring that every citizen deserves an equal vote. She explains the DOJ’s strategy to enforce compliance with federal voting laws, including cleaning voter rolls and filing lawsuits against jurisdictions that fail to adhere.

"Every citizen is entitled to their vote being counted once and being counted equally." [26:57]

She outlines avenues for public involvement, encouraging individuals to engage with the DOJ by bringing forward civil rights issues and working with lawyers to file cases.

Final Thoughts and Call to Action

[15:28] Steve Mehran concludes by urging listeners to contact their senators to support the passage of the Big Beautiful Bill, highlighting the imminent timeline for legislative action.

"The number one thing you can do is call your senator, tell him, or tell her to pass the one big beautiful bill." [15:33]

Similarly, Harmeet Dhillon invites everyday people to participate in civil rights enforcement by filing lawsuits and supporting the DOJ's initiatives to uphold equality and justice.

"People can get more quickly into court more easily if they get a good lawyer." [30:33]

Conclusion

Charlie Kirk wraps up the episode by reaffirming the significance of passing the Big Beautiful Bill for economic prosperity and emphasizing the DOJ’s renewed focus on genuine civil rights enforcement under Harmeet Dhillon’s leadership. The episode serves as a clarion call for listeners to engage proactively in legislative and civil rights advocacy to secure a robust and just future for America.

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