What Next | Daily News and Analysis Bonus: Main Character: The One Big Beautiful Bill
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May 23, 2025 The passage of Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill' has stirred up a whirlwind of political action. Experts analyze its journey through the House and the upcoming challenges in the Senate. The chaotic 24-hour debate reveals both the absurdity and the intensity surrounding the bill's presentation. Internal conflicts rise within the Republican Party as deficit hawks and moderates clash over fiscal conservatism versus social welfare. It's a fascinating look at the messy art of legislation.
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Trump's Unexpected Bill Push
- Donald Trump returned from a Middle East trip and quickly influenced the Hill.
- His engagement inspired the passage of the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act."
Intense Last-Minute Bill Finalization
- The 1000-page bill was scrutinized intensely at the Rules Committee before the floor vote.
- Last-minute amendments are typical to finalize complex legislation.
Republican Factions Shape Bill
- Conservative Republicans pushed for sharper Medicaid and Inflation Reduction Act cuts.
- Some moderate Republicans sought increased caps on state and local deductions.