The Republicans have successfully passed a preliminary budget resolution, allowing them to draft legislation independently of Democratic support. The next step is to establish a final bill that incorporates substantial spending cuts to satisfy right-leaning members while protecting vulnerable lawmakers' reelection prospects. Key priorities include extending tax cuts initiated under Donald Trump's administration and implementing broader tax reductions. However, internal party divisions emerge, particularly regarding potential spending cuts to Medicaid, highlighting the challenges ahead as they seek consensus among members with differing priorities.
"It's going to take all of us to get it done," said House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-La.
Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer warned that the struggles Republicans have faced so far are only a glimmer of what's to come.
Conservatives in the House pressured Republican leadership for a plan that includes at least $1.5 trillion in spending cuts, including changes to Medicaid.
Rep. Max Miller, R-Ohio, indicated a growing divide among Republicans regarding potential benefit cuts for Medicaid recipients.
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