The Senate vote took place overnight between June 30 and July 1, 2025, in a tense session that ended with a 51–50 result.
In a dramatic overnight session, the U.S. Senate has narrowly approved a sweeping tax and spending package championed by former President Donald Trump. The vote was split 50–50, and Vice President J.D. Vance stepped in to cast the deciding vote, giving the bill the push it needed to pass.
The legislation—dubbed the “One Big Beautiful Bill” by Trump—seeks to preserve his administration’s tax cuts while introducing stricter work rules for Medicaid recipients. It also shifts the burden of some welfare and healthcare costs from the federal government to the states, sparking mixed reactions across party lines.
A Divided Republican Camp
Although led by Republicans, the bill didn’t earn unanimous support from the party. Senators Susan Collins, Rand Paul, and Thom Tillis voted against it, raising concerns about its massive cost and long-term effects on the federal deficit.
One controversial proposal in the bill would have blocked states from enacting their own artificial intelligence laws for the next decade. That measure was stripped from the final version following bipartisan backlash over safety and regulatory concerns.
What Happens Next?
The bill now moves to the House of Representatives, where it may face pushback from both conservative lawmakers seeking more cuts and moderates worried about social program reductions.
If passed, this legislation would mark a bold return to Trump-era economic priorities—and signal the GOP’s deeper alignment with his policy direction ahead of the 2026 midterms.
The Senate vote took place overnight between June 30 and July 1, 2025, in a tense session that ended with a 51–50 result.
Source: Original reporting by BBC News, summarized and rewritten for clarity and public interest.