Trump’s Megabill Sparks Fierce Debates Over Safety Nets
Lawmakers are locked in heated discussions over President Trump’s “big beautiful bill,” which threatens crucial programs like Medicare and SNAP. With proposals to cut spending and adjust judicial oversight, even staunch Trump loyalists express misgivings, underscoring the contentious fiscal and policy battles unfolding on Capitol Hill.
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