The Senate passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act by a vote of 51-50, with a tie-breaking vote from Vice President J.D. Vance. Some Republican senators opposed the bill, which cuts Medicaid and increases the federal budget deficit. The bill will accompany the reconciliation process back to the House. Speaker Mike Johnson intends to finalize the bill for President Trump by the upcoming Independence Day holiday. Key changes include making Trump's 2017 tax cuts permanent, removing taxation on tips, and adding work requirements to Medicaid programs while increasing defense spending.
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act passed by a narrow 51-50 vote, including a tie-breaking vote from Vice President J.D. Vance, amidst significant internal dissent.
The bill cuts Medicaid, increases the federal budget deficit, makes Trump's 2017 tax cuts permanent, and implements the elimination of taxation on tips and overtime work.
Speaker Mike Johnson has committed to ensuring the final version of the bill reaches President Donald Trump by the Independence Day holiday, signaling urgency in the process.
Key provisions include adding work requirements to Medicaid programs and significantly boosting defense and border security funding, reflecting major agenda items from the Trump administration.
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