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Trump's Controversial Spending Bill Passes Amid Fierce Backlash

6/6/2025

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In a dramatic showdown, President Trump's spending bill narrowly squeaked through the U.S. House with a 215-214 vote, igniting fierce backlash from both sides. Democrats decry cuts to Medicaid and SNAP, while voices like Elon Musk and Sen. Rand Paul claim the reductions fall short. Critics, including Daniel Horowitz, warn that Trump is backing Republicans who threaten his own vision.

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In a dramatic showdown, President Trump's spending bill narrowly squeaked through the U.S. House with a 215-214 vote, igniting fierce backlash from both sides. Democrats decry cuts to Medicaid and SNAP, while voices like Elon Musk and Sen. Rand Paul claim the reductions fall short. Critics, including Daniel Horowitz, warn that Trump is backing Republicans who threaten his own vision.