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Trump's Controversial Budget Passes House Amid GOP Dissent

7/3/2025

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In a tight vote, House Republicans pushed forward President Trump's budget bill, despite Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick's dissent. This controversial plan, featuring tax cuts and Medicaid cuts, now faces a rocky road in the Senate, where four GOP members have pulled their backing. Critics fear it could alienate Trump's supporters, threatening his electoral future.

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In a tight vote, House Republicans pushed forward President Trump's budget bill, despite Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick's dissent. This controversial plan, featuring tax cuts and Medicaid cuts, now faces a rocky road in the Senate, where four GOP members have pulled their backing. Critics fear it could alienate Trump's supporters, threatening his electoral future.