Bernie Sanders says President Donald Trump may not veto a Medicare for All bill, despite doubts from MS NOW host Chris Hayes.
Sanders Challenges Trump on Medicare for All
In a Thursday interview, Sanders said he was not absolutely certain Trump would reject Medicare for All legislation.
Hayes questioned Sanders, citing polling that shows Medicare for All support rising among Americans and Democrats.
Sanders pushed back, arguing Trump has the constitutional right to veto but Democrats have the duty to pass the bill and show voters a broken system.
He added that Trump, while “a bit crazy,” is not stupid and is a skilled politician who could be persuaded.
He emphasized that regardless of Trump’s stance, Democrats must produce the bill and send it to the president, letting the public decide.
Sanders has championed Medicare for All for years, and recent polling shows over 60% of Americans and most Democrats back the plan.
Trump pledged to veto “insane” Democratic bills and linked Republican losses to the health care debate, though he did not directly address Medicare for All.
Psychotherapist Jonathan Alpert told Fox News Digital that Sanders’ approach reflects a strategic effort to flatter Trump, noting the senator’s long‑standing rhetoric.
Sanders’ comments came after Democrats secured a wave victory in the 2024 midterms, retaking the House and Senate.
Fox News Digital sought comment from the White House; the story was written by associate editor Hanna Panreck.
