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Senate GOP Races to Finalize Controversial Reconciliation Bill

6/24/2025

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Senate Republicans are in a frantic push to finalize a reconciliation bill by July 4, but hurdles loom large. Key provisions on federal employee protections and SNAP funding have been deemed rule violations by Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough. Tensions rise as GOP leaders work to bridge gaps with House Republicans, who are wary of proposed Medicaid cuts and tax deductions.

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Senate Republicans are in a frantic push to finalize a reconciliation bill by July 4, but hurdles loom large. Key provisions on federal employee protections and SNAP funding have been deemed rule violations by Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough. Tensions rise as GOP leaders work to bridge gaps with House Republicans, who are wary of proposed Medicaid cuts and tax deductions.