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House Passes Controversial $3.8 Trillion Bill Amid Criticism

6/5/2025

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House Republicans celebrated a narrow victory on May 22, 2025, as their ambitious $3.8 trillion “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” passed. However, the legislation, which seeks to cement Trump’s tax cuts, is under fire in the Senate for proposed Medicaid cuts and tax changes that critics argue could favor the wealthy and spike energy costs for countless Americans.

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House Republicans celebrated a narrow victory on May 22, 2025, as their ambitious $3.8 trillion “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” passed. However, the legislation, which seeks to cement Trump’s tax cuts, is under fire in the Senate for proposed Medicaid cuts and tax changes that critics argue could favor the wealthy and spike energy costs for countless Americans.