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Big Beautiful Bill Breaks Records, brings Tax Cuts, builds Border Wall & provides Energy Independence
🏛️ Legislative Context
The bill passed the Senate after a 27-hour amendment vote-a-rama, the longest in history.
Vice President JD Vance cast the tie-breaking vote.
The bill now returns to the House, where it faces some opposition from moderates and fiscal conservatives.
President Trump is pushing for a July 4th signing, applying pressure on lawmakers to finalize it.
📜 Key Provisions of the Bill
Historic Tax Cuts:
Largest tax cut in U.S. history for middle and working-class Americans.
No tax on tips, overtime, Social Security, or "Made in America" auto loans.
Permanent increase to the child…
The skinny
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