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Senate's Crucial Vote Looms Over Controversial $2.4 Trillion Bill

6/5/2025

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Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough is set to make a pivotal decision on the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," which narrowly passed the House. With concerns over a staggering $2.4 trillion deficit increase and potential Medicaid cuts, the bill faces intense scrutiny. Adding to the drama, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's opposition to a contentious AI regulation could fracture GOP unity.

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Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough is set to make a pivotal decision on the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," which narrowly passed the House. With concerns over a staggering $2.4 trillion deficit increase and potential Medicaid cuts, the bill faces intense scrutiny. Adding to the drama, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's opposition to a contentious AI regulation could fracture GOP unity.