Policy, Politics, and Paychecks: What the One Big Beautiful Bill Means for Louisiana’s 1st Congressional DistrictLouisiana’s 1st Congressional District has weathered decades of political promises. But as Congressman Steve Scalise throws his full support behind the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the question hanging over his constituents is no longer about party allegiance—it’s about survival. Promoted as a win for tax cuts and border enforcement, the bill inflicts sweeping damage on healthcare, education, food assistance, and judicial independence. For many families, retirees, and frontline workers, it feels less like governance—and more like abandonment. Healthcare is one of the most heavily … Continue reading Abandoned by Scalise