Senate Republicans Push for Major Amendments to Trump's Tax and Spending Bill
Senate Republicans plan to seek significant modifications to President Trump's tax and spending bill, following its narrow passage in the House of Representatives. Disagreements within the party, mainly over Medicaid cuts and spending concerns, could hinder a swift resolution and finalization of the bill for Trump's approval.
In a move reflecting internal dissent, U.S. Senate Republicans have announced intentions to significantly amend President Donald Trump's extensive tax and spending proposal. The announcement came after the bill narrowly passed in the House of Representatives, highlighting the challenges ahead for reaching a bipartisan consensus.
The package, while primarily supported for extending Trump's 2017 tax cuts, faces criticism within the party, particularly regarding cuts to Medicaid and insufficient spending reductions. Senator Ted Cruz of Texas anticipated substantial revisions in the Senate, which maintains a slight Republican majority and may progress the bill using special legislative procedures.
Compounding the uncertainty, some senators like Josh Hawley and Susan Collins have vocalized concerns about potential impacts on low-income constituents and the need for more drastic deficit-cutting measures. As President Trump urges swift action, the Senate seeks to balance party unity with addressing fiscal hawk demands and economic assumptions.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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