With the Fourth of July approaching, President Trump is making a last-ditch effort to rally Republican senators to support his comprehensive economic and domestic policy bill. As voting on amendments began yesterday, uncertainty loomed over whether the majority party could muster the necessary votes.
The stakes are high with four Republican defections potentially jeopardizing the bill's future. Already, two senators have publicly committed to voting against it, while several others remain undecided amid growing opposition over proposed cuts to critical programs like Medicaid and Social Security.
Details show the legislation could elevate the national debt by $3.3 trillion over the next decade, according to the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office. The bill proposes significant allocations for military enhancements and border security while advocating substantial tax reductions and reductions in safety-net services.
Should the Senate proceed with passing the bill, the next step will be its consideration in the House of Representatives, awaiting final approval from the President to officially become law.
The stakes are high with four Republican defections potentially jeopardizing the bill's future. Already, two senators have publicly committed to voting against it, while several others remain undecided amid growing opposition over proposed cuts to critical programs like Medicaid and Social Security.
Details show the legislation could elevate the national debt by $3.3 trillion over the next decade, according to the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office. The bill proposes significant allocations for military enhancements and border security while advocating substantial tax reductions and reductions in safety-net services.
Should the Senate proceed with passing the bill, the next step will be its consideration in the House of Representatives, awaiting final approval from the President to officially become law.
