Senate Republicans narrowly passed Trump's tax breaks and spending cuts bill with a 50-50 vote, a tie broken by Vice President JD Vance. Three Republican senators opposed the bill, aligning with Democrats. The bill, now returning to the House, includes significant changes to Medicaid, which House GOP leaders warned could lead to complications. President Trump highlighted the bill's complexity while expressing a desire to avoid drastic cuts. The passage represents a critical moment for Trump and the GOP, who invested political capital in this legislative effort.
Senate Republicans passed Trump's tax breaks and spending cuts bill by a narrow margin, overcoming opposition from Democrats and dissenting Republican senators, with a tie-breaking vote from Vice President JD Vance.
The bill faced significant hurdles, requiring intensive overnight negotiations among Senate Republicans to secure enough votes, ultimately resulting in a vote tally of 50-50.
With changes made to Medicaid, House GOP leaders expressed concerns over potential issues as the package returns to the House, where Speaker Mike Johnson had cautioned against major revisions.
Trump's acknowledgment of the complexity of the legislation reflected the high stakes involved, as he emphasized a preference against excessive cuts in an effort to maintain healthcare coverage.
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