Republicans continue negotiations over budget despite divisions on certain policies
Briefly

House Republicans are negotiating a significant legislative package designed to advance President Trump’s domestic priorities, including immigration and tax reforms. With a target of passing the bill by Memorial Day, Speaker Mike Johnson faces challenges from factions within his party. Recently, three committees finalized their portions of the bill, which includes tax cuts, Medicaid reductions, and changes to food assistance. However, divisions within the party, particularly from the Freedom Caucus concerning deficit reductions and Medicaid work requirements, threaten the bill’s progress as negotiations continue.
House Republicans are working to finalize a comprehensive bill encompassing President Trump's domestic agenda, facing internal party divisions and a tight deadline for passage.
Despite pressure from the Republican leadership to pass the bill by Memorial Day, intra-party tensions regarding deficit reduction and Medicaid work requirements present significant hurdles to success.
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