Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” Advances in U.S. Senate

Jun 29, 2025 Khushi Kumari

Senate Republicans narrowly approved the procedural vote on Trump’s 940-page “Big, Beautiful Bill” by 51–49, clearing its first hurdle

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The bipartisan package includes tax cuts, $5 trillion debt ceiling increase, border security, military funding, and deportation resources

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Trump took to Truth Social to celebrate the vote, praising Republican senators—Rick Scott, Mike Lee, Ron Johnson, and Cynthia Lummis

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Conservatives Thom Tillis and Rand Paul spearheaded a rebellion; Ron Johnson switched from opposition to support

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Perma-tax cuts on tips/overtime, Medicaid funding cuts, and termination of green-energy tax incentives are key bill features

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Senate Democrats pushed for a full reading of the 940-page bill before debate, sensing rushed passage tactics

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