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38 House Republicans Demand No Changes to Trump’s Budget

6/11/2025

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A powerful coalition of 38 House Republicans is rallying against any changes to President Trump's budget bill, urging Senate Majority Leader John Thune to stick to the House's original framework. They stress that tax cuts must be balanced with spending cuts, laying down clear dealbreakers as both chambers race to finalize the bill before July 4.

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A powerful coalition of 38 House Republicans is rallying against any changes to President Trump's budget bill, urging Senate Majority Leader John Thune to stick to the House's original framework. They stress that tax cuts must be balanced with spending cuts, laying down clear dealbreakers as both chambers race to finalize the bill before July 4.