House Budget Committee Chair Yarmuth on Minimum Wage, Stimulus

The transcript discusses the partisan debate over raising the minimum wage as part of a $1.9 trillion stimulus package. It addresses criticisms from Republicans about the financial impact on small businesses and states, and provides counterarguments highlighting the economic benefits of raising the minimum wage. The discussion also touches on the broader economic impact of the stimulus package and the legislative process involved in passing it.

What is the proposed minimum wage increase mentioned in the text?

What challenges does the proposed minimum wage increase face in the Senate?

How does the speaker respond to the criticism regarding the affordability of raising the minimum wage?

How has the perception of essential workers changed according to the speaker?

What is the speaker's view on the economic impact of raising the minimum wage?