Exploring Trump’s efforts to pass the ‘big, beautiful bill’

This week, President Trump’s key policy bill for his second term, which hangs in the balance, has mobilized him and his team to push back against critics and secure its passage. It was quite a week, filled with late-night negotiations, social media debates, and candid conversations at the White House, where Trump and his advisors […]
Trump’s ‘one big beautiful’ bill surpasses the $40,000 limit on the ‘SALT’ deduction. Here’s who gains.

House Republicans Approve Trump’s Tax Bill with SALT Changes House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) was seen talking with Rep. Andy Ogles (R-TN) after a procedural vote on the extensive tax bill in Washington, D.C., on July 2, 2025. Recently, House Republicans passed what President Trump refers to as his “one big beautiful” bill, which notably […]
The truth about this week’s One Big Beautiful Bill event

Big Bill Heads to Trump’s Desk The large and significant bill is on its way to President Donald Trump just in time for Independence Day. Getting to this point involved a fair amount of late nights and some tough decisions. When this journey began a few months back, it seemed within reach. Yet, a lot […]
Congress approves Trump’s ‘One, Big Beautiful Bill’ following last vote: ‘Longest vote in House history’

Trump’s “1, Big Beautiful Building” Legislation Expected to Pass The “1, Big Beautiful Building” bill, championed by President Donald Trump, is on track to be approved by Congress and signed into law before the July 4th deadline. The House of Representatives gave the Senate version the green light on Thursday, resulting in a narrow vote […]
House approves Big Beautiful Bill Act, forwarding it to Trump after a tough battle

President Trump Secures “Big and Beautiful” Bill The House, led by the GOP, has passed a significant bill with a close vote of 218-214 on Thursday, marking a lengthy process that included some of the longest debates and voting sessions in the chamber’s history. In the end, only two Republicans, Thomas Massey from Kentucky and […]
Jeffries sets record for House speech while arguing against Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’

Jeffries Sets New Record in House Floor Speech Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) made history in the House on Thursday by breaking the speech record during ongoing discussions over President Donald Trump’s substantial policy proposal. Utilizing “magic minutes,” a privilege that allows party leaders to speak for extended periods, Jeffries aimed to stall the final […]
Dems pull representative out of camera sight after she fell asleep during Hakeem Jeffries’ speech against the ‘big beautiful bill’

Sleepy Times in Congress It was quite a dull scene in the House recently. Democrats found themselves needing one of their own to stall the progress of a significant bill during an extensive speech from minority leader Hakeem Jeffries. Seated a couple of rows behind Jeffries, Representative Marcy Kaptur from Ohio, a veteran at 79, […]
Navy Faces Big Lawsuit Due to Fuel Leak

Honolulu Water Supply Committee Suing US Navy Over Fuel Leak The Honolulu Water Supply Committee (BWS) is taking legal action against the US Navy, claiming responsibility for jet fuel leaks at the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility that have contaminated water sources affecting thousands of residents in Hawaii. Back in November 2021, a significant […]
House Republicans move forward with Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ for a final vote

House Republicans seem to be bridging their internal divisions, possibly at the cost of President Donald Trump’s significant legislative push, as they move toward a yes or no vote in the early hours of Thursday. After closed-door meetings on Capitol Hill and at the White House, lawmakers managed to clear the final procedural obstacles necessary […]
Trump criticizes Republicans hindering vote on ‘Big Beautiful Bill’

President Donald Trump emphasized the importance of a House procedural vote on the “big beautiful bill” early Thursday, urging Republicans to fall in line. The vote had stalled the previous evening, with several GOP members refusing to participate. Trump highlighted the potential advantages of passing the bill, claiming it would bring about the largest tax […]