House Approves the Legislation After Long Debate
The US House of Representatives has approved the Big Beautiful Bill, a major legislative push backed by former President Donald Trump. The bill was approved after prolonged debate on Thursday.
Final Vote Tally Reveals Close Margin
218 members voted for the bill and 214 voted against it. Two Republican members voted against the bill. The close vote indicates the polarization of the House.
Senate Approval Already Committed
The Senate had already passed the bill before it got to the House. Trump now just needs to sign it into law.
Bill Aims at Tax Cuts and Federal Spending Caps
This bill seeks to lower taxes and constrain federal expenditure. Trump presented the bill with an eye on these fiscal ambitions.
Top Democrat Jeffrey A. Jeffries''
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries was a strong opponent of the bill. He addressed the floor for 8 hours and 32 minutes to register his objections.
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