Speaker Mike Johnson enlisted President Trump to help persuade hesitant House Republicans to pass a nearly $4 trillion tax cut. This package aims to permanently maintain Trump's 2017 tax cuts and avert a looming tax increase. Johnson emphasized the importance of preparation and strategic planning in securing the deal, while Trump's influence proved pivotal, particularly in conveying the urgency of the vote to reluctant members. The negotiations also included enticements for blue-state Republicans and concessions to more conservative factions, showcasing the complex nature of governance within the party.
There were many points in the final couple of weeks where the entire thing appeared that it would fall apart... He's the ultimate dealmaker.
It required a long thoughtful plan, and that's what we did... It was the culmination of a year's work.
Don't blow this opportunity... Get it done.
The gravity of that moment when the most powerful man on the planet knows you're the problem.
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