The recently passed budget bill, dubbed the 'Big Beautiful Bill,' secured through House Speaker Mike Johnson with Trump’s backing, features a $3.8 trillion tax cut and increased border security spending. However, it also proposes significant cuts to social safety net programs, including Medicaid and SNAP. The bill, having passed the House by a mere one-vote margin, faces modifications in the Senate before potentially reaching Trump's desk. Response from Democratic leaders highlights concerns over the adverse effects on vulnerable families.
The multi-trillion-dollar budget bill includes a roughly $3.8 trillion tax cut, significantly boosting spending on border security while cutting social safety net programs.
House Democrats have raised alarm over dramatic cuts to vital programs, claiming that the Big Beautiful Bill will hurt millions who rely on social safety nets.
Hakeem Jeffries criticized the GOP bill, stating it would lead to higher premiums and copays for families and slashing essential support for those in need.
Despite the controversy surrounding the bill, enough support from Republican lawmakers ensured its narrow passage through the House by just one vote.
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