Senate GOP Passes Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill After Last-Minute Push

Senate Republicans narrowly passed President Donald Trump's substantial tax and spending cuts plan on Tuesday, following intense efforts to secure critical support. The vote came after a period of significant GOP discord, necessitating Trump's direct involvement to persuade fellow Republicans to endorse his proposal. However, the challenge remains, as the House must still review and approve the bill, with a session planned for Wednesday. GOP leaders aim to deliver the legislation to the White House by July 4. This multi-trillion-dollar package would initiate tax reductions and enhance national security funding, offset partly by the most significant cuts to the federal safety net in decades. After over 24 hours of negotiations, Senate Majority Leader John Thune expressed cautious optimism about progress. Key negotiations involved securing support from centrist Republican senators like Lisa Murkowski, who hinted at a potential breakthrough. Meanwhile, the House faces pressure to swiftly address the Senate's version of the measure in order to meet the president's deadline.