CNN 5 Things Trump meets with House GOP, Earth sciences cuts, Mexican Navy ship crash & more
May 20, 2025
President Trump meets with House Republicans to push his legislative agenda, highlighting conflicts over tax cuts. Federal agencies face significant cuts in crucial earthquake and volcano monitoring programs, raising alarms about environmental safety. There’s also an update on former President Biden's cancer diagnosis that leaves many concerned. Additionally, new revelations surface about a Mexican Navy ship that collided with the Brooklyn Bridge, adding to public safety fears.
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Trump Pushes GOP Unity on Bill
- President Trump is trying to unify House Republicans to pass a major budget and tax cuts bill despite internal disagreements.
- The state and local tax (SALT) deduction cap is a key debated issue with some GOP lawmakers wanting relief and others opposing it.
SALT Deduction Debate Explained
- Raising the SALT deduction cap would mainly benefit high-income earners in high-tax states like California and New York.
- Some Republicans oppose raising it, citing concerns about wealth redistribution between states.
Earthquake Monitoring Faces Cuts
- Scientists warn that federal workforce cuts are letting go experts who monitor earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanoes.
- This reduction in monitoring staff makes the public less safe from natural disaster risks like the "Big One" earthquake.