Trump’s Big Bill on the Verge of Clearing House with GOP Backing

House Republicans are gearing up to vote on President Donald Trump’s proposed $4.5 trillion tax relief and spending reduction legislation early Thursday. GOP leaders, alongside the president, engaged tirelessly through the night in a bid to convince doubtful members to reconsider their stances in time for the Fourth of July deadline. The urgency escalated as the House faced gridlock on Wednesday, with a few dissenters hindering swift progress. One vote took nearly seven hours, while another lingered over five hours, prompting Trump to utilize social media and phone calls to exert pressure. He has warned that he may actively campaign against those opposing the bill. House Speaker Mike Johnson enlisted the assistance of White House officials—ranging from Cabinet secretaries to legal advisors—to help address the concerns of hesitant Republicans. Lawmakers were informed that the administration could facilitate executive actions, local projects, or additional provisions beneficial to their districts back home.