Congress in 2025: Big Moves, Big Impacts

In 2025, the Republican-controlled Congress had a packed agenda. They made big changes that will affect everyone in the U. S. This year was also full of drama, with internal fights and government shutdowns. One major move was making Trump's tax cuts permanent. This was a big win for Republicans. The new law includes tax breaks for tipped workers, seniors, and even special accounts for newborns. However, critics point out that the wealthy benefit the most from these changes. The spending bill was another huge deal. It included a massive $1 trillion for the military and $170 billion for immigration enforcement. Democrats are upset about cuts to Medicaid and clean energy funding.Republicans also repealed a record number of regulations. They used a special law to bypass usual Senate rules and get rid of many regulations from the previous administration. This move has significant implications for various sectors, from consumer protection to energy. Lastly, Senate Republicans changed some rules to reduce the power of the minority. They made it easier to confirm presidential nominees and passed major tax cuts without needing 60 votes. However, they kept the filibuster for most other legislation. These changes show how the Republican majority used their power to push through their agenda. The impacts will be felt for years to come.