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Republicans Face Turmoil Over Trump's Controversial Budget Proposal

5/13/2025

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Republicans are grappling with deep divisions over Trump's budget proposal, torn between moderates and far-right conservatives. His ambiguous position on tax increases adds to the chaos, as they push to extend tax cuts for the wealthy. Meanwhile, looming cuts to Medicaid threaten vital health care for millions, intensifying the stakes ahead of the midterm elections.

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Republicans are grappling with deep divisions over Trump's budget proposal, torn between moderates and far-right conservatives. His ambiguous position on tax increases adds to the chaos, as they push to extend tax cuts for the wealthy. Meanwhile, looming cuts to Medicaid threaten vital health care for millions, intensifying the stakes ahead of the midterm elections.