House Republicans Push Forward with Trump's Controversial Tax-Cut Bill

In a significant development, House Republicans moved closer on Wednesday to advancing President Donald Trump's expansive tax-cut and spending bill. This progression indicates that enough internal concerns over the bill's cost may have been addressed, with the measure passing narrowly along party lines, 220-212. The outcome hints at Trump winning over previous skeptics.

Although the bill now faces further procedural hurdles, a final vote seems imminent as Republicans remain optimistic. House Majority Whip Tom Emmer reported to Reuters that notable progress is being made, while Trump himself expressed positivity on social media about the unity of the Republican majority in pushing through one of the largest tax cuts in history.

The contentious bill, which analysts warn could add $3.4 trillion to the national debt, has faced staunch opposition from Democrats who argue it disproportionately benefits the wealthy while cutting crucial programs for lower-income Americans. This legislative challenge comes as Republicans rally to solidify Trump's domestic agenda ahead of a July 4 signing deadline.

(With inputs from agencies.)