In a landmark win for the Trump administration, the U.S. Congress narrowly passed President Donald Trump’s highly ambitious tax and spending package dubbed the “One Big Beautiful Bill” just in time for Independence Day.
The bill passed with a razor-thin margin of 218-214, setting the stage for one of the most sweeping overhauls in federal spending and immigration policy in modern U.S. history.
Trump marked the win on social media, calling it “one of the most impactful bills ever,” and declared that the USA is “by far the HOTTEST country in the world.
What’s in the Bill?
- The 869-page bill covers a broad spectrum of Trump’s second-term agenda, including:
- $4.5 trillion in extended tax cuts for individuals and corporations
- Mass deportation funding and expanded immigration enforcement
- Increased defense spending and border security enhancements
- Cuts to Medicaid and food assistance programs affecting millions
- Rollback of green energy and EV subsidies
Political Push and Last-Minute Drama
House Speaker Mike Johnson worked overnight to rally Republican support, as several GOP lawmakers were initially hesitant about the bill’s massive cost and the political risk of slashing welfare programs.
Eventually, a majority fell in line after intense negotiations and pressure from Trump himself, who reportedly held multiple calls and meetings in recent days.
Meanwhile, Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries attempted to delay the vote with a nearly nine-hour speech highlighting stories of Americans who may lose healthcare or food aid.
“This one big, ugly bill is not about improving lives. It’s about consolidating wealth and power,”
Jefferies stated during his fiery speech.
What Will Change?
If signed into law on July 4 as expected, the bill will:
- Add an estimated $3.4 trillion to the national debt over the next decade
- Strip clean energy incentives and slow down EV adoption
- Potentially leave 17 million Americans without Medicaid coverage
- Force closures of hundreds of rural hospitals, experts warn
The bill also drastically reshapes immigration policy, granting federal agencies unprecedented powers to detain, deport, and deny entry to undocumented migrants.
Fallout and Opposition
While Trump loyalists hail the bill as the cornerstone of America’s “Golden Age,” critics say it’s a massive wealth transfer from the poor to the ultra-rich. Protestors in several major cities gathered late Thursday night in opposition to the vote, demanding the Senate block its implementation.
Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur who previously backed Trump, also voiced his criticism, pointing to the administration’s move to cut clean energy subsidies.
What’s Next?
The bill now heads to President Trump’s desk, with a ceremonial signing planned for July 4th a symbolic moment aimed at reinforcing his “America First” legacy.
As the 2026 midterms approach, the real test will be how the public responds. With millions likely to be impacted either by tax relief or benefit loss the “One Big Beautiful Bill” may shape the course of American politics for years to come.