The plan extends approximately $3.8 trillion in tax cuts introduced during Trump's first term and allocates substantial funding for border security and military expenditures. However, critics are raising alarms over the potential adverse effects on low-income households, forecasting significant financial strains due to cuts in health insurance and other essential federal assistance. As discussions heat up, a House vote is anticipated imminently, where GOP leaders can afford only a minimal defection from their ranks.
Trump's Major Policy Bill Passes US Senate Amid Controversy
Trump's Major Policy Bill Passes US Senate Amid Controversy
The Senate narrowly approved President Trump's significant tax and social welfare bill, igniting debates over its long-term fiscal implications.
The Senate voted late Tuesday, 51 to 50, to pass a substantial domestic policy initiative championed by President Trump, spearheaded by Senator John Thune of South Dakota. This controversial legislation promises to slash taxes and reduce federal aid programs, potentially burdening future generations with a staggering $3.3 trillion in added debt over the next decade. Vice President JD Vance’s tie-breaking vote followed a marathon 24-hour negotiation session marked by intense partisan divisions, with three Republican senators—Susan Collins, Thom Tillis, and Rand Paul—opposing the bill.
