Trump’s multi-trillion-dollar bill advances to final vote amid internal GOP deals, fierce Democratic opposition, and concerns over safety net cuts.
Washington D.C., July 3, 2025 –
The U.S. House of Representatives is poised to take a final vote on former President Donald Trump’s sweeping policy megabill, which includes historic tax cuts, expanded national security funding, and the largest rollback of federal safety net programs in decades. The vote comes after House Republican holdouts fell in line following personal assurances from Trump.
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Republicans Rally Behind Trump
Speaker Mike Johnson confirmed Thursday morning that Republicans are “excited” to pass the bill, stating, “We’ll get this bill done for the people.” His comments came as House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries used his “magic minute” to deliver a marathon speech exceeding four hours, drawing attention to the Democratic opposition and delaying the vote.
House Republicans spent the night negotiating with hardliners, many of whom were swayed after Trump promised executive action to phase out green energy tax credits, a sticking point for fiscal conservatives. Rep. Ralph Norman confirmed that Trump assured them he would aggressively enforce provisions to curb Biden-era energy subsidies, using executive powers where necessary.
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What’s in the Megabill?
The bill—championed as the “big, beautiful bill” by Trump—offers a combination of economic stimulus for corporations, tax relief for top earners, and major reductions in Medicaid and food assistance programs. Here’s how the impact breaks down:
Winners:
- Corporations: Permanent extension of Trump-era corporate tax breaks.
- Manufacturers: Ability to fully and immediately deduct costs for new factory construction.
- High-income households: A projected average income boost of $13,000/year for the top 20%.
Losers:
- Low-income Americans: Deep cuts to Medicaid, food stamps, and other welfare programs.
- Hospitals: Reduction in federal support could lead to more uncompensated care.
- Deficit hawks: The CBO estimates the bill will add $3.4 trillion to the deficit over the next decade.
Democratic Resistance and Jeffries’ Speech
Jeffries, speaking slowly and deliberately, read testimonies from constituents affected by Medicaid changes and food aid cuts. House Democrats stood behind him, applauding as he highlighted individual stories. Republicans, meanwhile, waited in relative silence, many checking phones or quietly conversing.
“We are watching a dismantling of the safety net under the guise of growth,” Jeffries said, accusing the GOP of serving corporate interests while ignoring vulnerable Americans.
Political Stakes
With Trump aiming to deliver the bill before July 4, the vote is highly symbolic. The package unites core elements of his 2025 campaign agenda: economic nationalism, welfare reform, and corporate tax relief. While the Senate passed the bill last week, its fate in the House had been uncertain until Trump’s eleventh-hour lobbying.
Despite internal criticism, no changes were made to the Senate-passed version. Instead, Trump’s verbal commitments to stricter enforcement and executive orders swayed holdouts.
As the chamber awaits Jeffries’ conclusion, Speaker Johnson stands ready to call the vote—likely within hours.
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