US Senate Republicans narrowly pass Trump's 'big, beautiful' bill

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US Senate Republicans have narrowly passed Donald Trump's significant tax and spending legislation, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, with Vice-President JD Vance casting the tie-breaking vote after extensive debate. The bill now moves back to the House, where it faces opposition, particularly from fiscal conservatives concerned about its potential impact on the national deficit and cuts to Medicaid. Trump has set a deadline of July 4 for the final version to be sent to him for signing.

Despite securing the necessary votes, including that of Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski, the process has been contentious, with some Republicans expressing dissatisfaction over the rushed nature of the legislation. Critics, including members of the House Freedom Caucus and tech billionaire Elon Musk, have voiced concerns about the bill's implications for government spending and support for renewable energy. The fate of the legislation remains uncertain as House Republicans must navigate internal disagreements before the president can sign it into law.