Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' Approved by Congress Amid Controversy

In a crucial victory for President Trump, Congress approved a significant tax and spending bill that has ignited intense discussions about its effects on the economy and social services.

The U.S. Congress has formally passed President Donald Trump's extensive tax and spending bill, marking a pivotal victory for his administration as it bolsters his domestic agenda. The House of Representatives approved the bill with a narrow margin of 218 to 214 after hours of debate on Thursday, following the Senate's approval by just one vote earlier in the week.

Trump had set a deadline for Congress to deliver the bill by July 4 for him to sign, as he anticipates that its provisions could revitalize the U.S. economy. “This is going to be a great bill for the country,” Trump confidently stated to reporters, framing it as a means to enhance national prosperity and job creation.

However, the Congressional Budget Office warns the legislation may lead to a staggering $3.3 trillion increase in federal deficits over the next decade and could strip millions of Americans of health coverage—a claim the White House has contested vehemently.

House Speaker Mike Johnson lauded the bill's passage and credited the Republican belief in their shared vision. Despite this triumph, dissent emerged from within the Republican ranks, including notable resistance from Texas Representative Chip Roy, who initially opposed the Senate version but eventually supported the final vote.

The final tally saw just two GOP representatives dissent, while many Republicans celebrated the legislation's passage with chants of “USA! USA!” The House vote saw delays orchestrated by Democrats, led by Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, who delivered an unprecedented eight-hour-long speech arguing against the bill's provisions that he claims undermine support for low-income Americans.

The legislation includes cuts to food assistance and healthcare, extends Trump's previous tax cuts, and allocates considerable funding for border security and military initiatives. Critics, including prominent Democrats, have framed the bill as detrimental to vulnerable populations while favoring the wealthy—a point reiterated by leading party figures such as Nancy Pelosi and Deborah Ross.

Despite the bill sailing through Congress, the internal divisions within the Republican Party could juxtapose challenges ahead as some members expressed concern about its potential impact on the national debt. In the face of dissent, Trump used social media to galvanize support, urging Republicans to act for their constituents.

With key provisions now set, anxieties loom over how this "big beautiful bill" will affect American society as it heads for the president's desk, where he is expected to sign it into law during a public ceremony on July 4 at 5 PM EDT.