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Jul 01 2025POLITICS

Tax Cuts and Social Program Cuts: What's Next for the GOP Bill?

The Senate Republicans have managed to push through a significant policy bill, which now heads to the House for a final vote. This bill is a mix of tax cuts and reductions in spending on programs like Medicaid and SNAP. The vote was close, with Vice President JD Vance breaking a 51-50 tie. Three Republicans voted against it, showing that not everyone in the party is ...

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May 15 2025POLITICS

The Struggle to Pass Trump's Tax Plan

In the heart of Washington, a marathon session unfolded as Republicans on the House Ways and Means Committee approved a tax reform bill after an exhausting overnight debate. The bill, championed by former President Donald Trump, faces a rocky road ahead. House Speaker Mike Johnson was up late, trying to smooth out the wrinkles in Trump's plan. The GOP is divided, wit...

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