Donald Trump just celebrated a major victory in Congress as the U.S. House of Representatives moved his huge \$3.4 trillion tax and spending bill one step closer to becoming law. The bill passed an important early vote, 219 to 213, after hours of tense debate and disagreement—even among Republicans.
This vote doesn’t make the bill law yet, but it means the full House can now debate and vote on it. Trump was quick to celebrate on his social media, Truth Social, calling it “one of the most consequential Bills ever” and saying the U.S. is the “hottest country in the world.”
What’s Inside the Bill?
People are calling it the “Big Beautiful Bill.” Here’s what’s in it:
- Huge tax cuts—the biggest in decades, aimed at businesses and individuals.
- Rolling back Biden’s clean energy programs, which means less government support for things like solar and wind power.
- New money for mass deportations of undocumented immigrants.
Republicans Not All on the Same Page
Even though Republicans control both the House and Senate, getting this bill through hasn’t been easy. Some conservative Republicans are worried about how much the bill costs and how it cuts programs like Medicaid. Moderates are nervous about the impact on health care and other services.
Trump, frustrated with the slow progress, even scolded his own party online, telling them to hurry up and pass the bill. He warned that the “MAGA” base is getting impatient and that delays could cost them votes.
Despite these arguments, Trump stayed confident, saying Republicans were coming together and would deliver the “biggest tax cuts in history and massive growth.”
What Happens Next?
Now that the House has agreed to debate the bill, a final vote is expected later today (July 3). If it passes, the bill will go to Trump for his signature, making it official. House Speaker Mike Johnson said he’s sure they have enough votes and will meet their deadline.
Why Does This Matter?
This win shows just how divided Congress is, even within the Republican party. But with Trump pushing hard, the bill could soon become law. If it does, it will mean big changes for taxes, government spending, and the U.S. economy for years to come.
Trump’s tax bill just cleared a big hurdle. The next vote will decide if it becomes one of the biggest economic changes in recent U.S. history.