DETROIT, Mich. (Michigan News Source) – U.S. Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Detroit) has big plans for the Democrats’ return to power in Washington, and she’s not interested in wasting time on speeches, press conferences or political pleasantries.

In a post-election interview with CBS Detroit, progressive Democrat Tlaib laid out an ambitious progressive wish list that includes mandatory higher wages, reversing Trump administration policies and taking on corporations.

Higher Wages, More Government Intervention

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Tlaib says her first priority is passing the Living Wage for All Act, arguing that Americans are struggling with rising housing costs, utility bills and inflation.

She also wants Democrats to quickly reverse Trump administration changes affecting education, housing, Medicaid and food assistance. Tlaib warned that upcoming Medicaid changes and reductions in food assistance could leave struggling families worse off.

However, the Trump administration maintains that its Medicaid changes are intended to strengthen eligibility requirements, reduce waste and ensure benefits are directed toward those who qualify for assistance. The changes include expanded work requirements for certain able-bodied adults receiving Medicaid or SNAP benefits, stricter eligibility verification, and limits on some federal Medicaid funding. Administration officials argue the measures will protect taxpayer dollars and encourage employment.

Corporate America, You’re on Notice

Tlaib disagrees, calling the Medicaid reductions in particular “absolutely devastating” for working families and describing the One Big Beautiful Bill Act that included them as an “act of violence.”

But reversing Trump administration policies is only part of Tlaib’s agenda. She also wants Democrats to take a more aggressive approach toward corporate America, particularly companies she believes are driving up costs for consumers. In the CBS interview, Tlaib has utility companies, monopolies and corporations in her sights, accusing them of squeezing consumers with rising prices. “I don’t care if they donate to you,” she declared, pointing to her fellow representatives, “We’re going after corporations, utility companies, those that continue to price gouge our residents.

No More Excuses, Democrats

With Democrats poised to control both chambers of Congress, Tlaib says her party has no reason not to deliver. When pressed on how her party will keep their momentum moving forward, Tlaib answered that they need to do so with urgency and added, “No theater, no press conferences… action!”

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She also emphasized, “We now have power…no excuses!”