Democrats predict passing Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' will cost many Republicans their seats
3 minute readPublished: Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 2:03 pm
Democrats Predict Republican Losses After House Passes Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill"
House Republicans celebrated a major victory early Thursday morning after narrowly passing a sweeping tax and spending cuts package, dubbed by some as Trump's "One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act." The bill, which passed by a razor-thin margin of 215-214, includes extending Trump's 2017 tax cuts, eliminating taxes on tips and overtime pay, providing billions for border security, and codifying his immigration crackdown.
Speaker Mike Johnson touted the legislation as "generational, truly nation-shaping," predicting it would lower taxes, reduce spending, and make government more efficient. However, Democrats are already gearing up for a fight, viewing the bill as political ammunition for the upcoming midterm elections. They predict the vote will cost many Republicans their seats, with Democratic leaders vowing to hold Republicans accountable.
The bill's passage comes as the national debt surpasses $36 trillion. Democrats are particularly critical of the GOP's proposed restructuring of Medicaid, a program providing health coverage to millions of low-income Americans. The bill includes changes to Medicaid, as well as cuts to food stamps, to offset the cost of extending the tax cuts. These changes include new work requirements for those seeking Medicaid coverage. Democrats argue these cuts will harm vulnerable populations and decimate local communities.
Republicans, however, defend the bill, arguing it will end waste, fraud, and abuse within the Medicaid system. They deny claims of cutting aid to vulnerable groups, framing their actions as strengthening the program for future generations. The bill now heads to the Senate, where its fate remains uncertain.
BNN's Perspective: The passage of this bill highlights the deep partisan divide in Washington. While Republicans see it as a win for fiscal responsibility and economic growth, Democrats view it as a direct attack on social safety nets and a boon for the wealthy. The focus on Medicaid and other social programs will likely dominate the political discourse leading up to the midterms, making for a contentious and closely watched election cycle.
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