Political Showdown: Trump's Tax-Cut and Spending Megabill Under Fire
President Trump and Senate allies confront significant opposition in passing the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, aiming for enactment by July 4. Resistance swells among Republicans due to projected debt increases, while Democrats criticize deep cuts, particularly to healthcare and social programs, as a betrayal of middle-class Americans.
President Donald Trump and his Republican Senate allies face a contentious battle over their comprehensive tax-cut and spending legislation. Republican leaders are eager to enact the bill before the July 4 holiday, despite intraparty resistance.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune and House Speaker Mike Johnson are urging GOP lawmakers to quickly pass the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. However, hardline Republicans demand additional spending cuts due to concerns over adding $2.8 trillion to the $36.2 trillion national debt. Key lawmakers also voice opposition to language affecting social programs such as Medicaid.
Republicans seek to leverage their Senate majority to pass the bill by circumventing Democratic opposition. Democrats, led by Chuck Schumer, criticize the bill's impact on healthcare and clean energy, arguing it favors top earners over working families. The clock ticks as Senate Republicans aim for quick passage despite ongoing negotiations.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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