The Daily Aus Headlines: Congress passes "big beautiful bill"
Jul 4, 2025
The U.S. Congress has passed significant legislation known as the 'big beautiful bill.' In Sydney, tragic news unfolds with the discovery of two bodies. The football community is grieving the untimely deaths of stars Diogo Jota and his brother André. On a brighter note, the Corroboree Frog, one of Australia’s most endangered species, celebrates a milestone with its largest-ever release in a NSW national park. A mix of politics, tragedy, and conservation efforts makes for a compelling discussion.
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Debt Concerns Over New Bill
- Despite party control, some Republicans oppose the bill over concerns it will increase national debt.
- Independent analysis projects trillions added to federal debt over a decade.
US Bill's Major Tax and Spending Changes
- The US Congress passed a bill with tax changes and spending cuts impacting millions of Americans.
- It includes tax relief for hospitality workers and $1 trillion in Medicaid cuts over 10 years.
Two Men Found Dead in Surry Hills
- Two deceased men, aged in their 70s and 80s, were found in a house in Sydney's Surry Hills.
- They died weeks apart within the last month; a woman living there has been questioned.