Senate Clears Major Hurdle for Trump’s Tax and Spending Bill: What’s Next?

Senate Republicans passed a key procedural vote, pushing Trump’s tax and spending bill forward, 51-49.

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The bill includes tax cuts, major military and border security funding, and Medicaid reductions.

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Trump wants to sign the bill on Independence Day, but it still faces Senate debate and House approval.

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Trump praised Senators Scott, Lee, Johnson, and Lummis for helping advance the bill in a social media post.

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Vice President Vance helped lobby GOP holdouts, staying ready to cast a tiebreaker vote if needed.

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Senators added Alaska-specific perks to win over Sen. Murkowski, including tax breaks for native whalers.

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Senate Democrats slowed the process, forcing clerks to read the full bill aloud — lasting over 10 hours.

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Several Republicans voiced concern over proposed Medicaid changes, threatening support if demands aren’t met.

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