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Bill baby bill: Trump’s landmark legislation

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The Senate's Tax and Spending Showdown

This chapter examines the critical vote that passed significant tax and spending legislation in the Senate, pivotal to Donald Trump's second-term agenda. It discusses the bill's impact on the federal deficit, social programs, and the transformation of Republican economic policies while highlighting the challenges faced by party members. The chapter also raises concerns about cuts to renewable energy funding and the legislative process leading to minimal input from Congress members.

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