In a closely watched move, the Senate narrowly approved President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax cut and spending bill on Tuesday, setting the stage for a potential showdown in the House of Representatives. The bill, dubbed the “Big Beautiful Bill” by Trump, passed with a tie-breaking vote from Vice President JD Vance after three Republican senators joined all 47 Democrats in voting against it.
The Senate’s passage of the bill comes after intense negotiations and changes made to secure enough votes for approval. The bill now faces a crucial test in the House, where Republicans still need to overcome internal hurdles within their own party. Moderates are concerned about potential cuts, while some Republican leaders believe the changes weaken the bill’s original intent.
Trump took to social media to announce a 60-day ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, coinciding with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s upcoming visit to the White House. Additionally, Trump visited a controversial migrant detention center in Florida and expressed support for reopening the infamous Alcatraz prison.
In other news, the Pentagon has halted shipments of air defense missiles to Ukraine due to concerns over low stockpiles, while USAID is set to stop implementing foreign aid, focusing on targeted assistance and trade.
The Trump administration also raised the possibility of stripping US citizenship from Zohran Mamdani, a Democratic mayoral candidate in New York City, over his support for Palestinian rights, drawing criticism from Democrat Senator Chris Murphy.
As the bill heads to the House for final approval, the political landscape remains tense, with Republicans facing challenges within their own ranks. The outcome of the House vote will determine the fate of Trump’s ambitious tax and spending plan.
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