Trump's controversial tax break and spending bill clears first US Senate hurdle

The Republican-controlled Senate advanced President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax-cut and spending bill on Saturday, with more weekend work ahead as Congress races to meet his July 4 deadline for passage. The controversial legislation would advance key elements of the US president's domestic agenda while imposing significant reductions to social welfare programmes.

Jun 29, 2025 - 22:02
Trump's controversial tax break and spending bill clears first US Senate hurdle
The Republican-controlled Senate advanced President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax-cut and spending bill on Saturday, with more weekend work ahead as Congress races to meet his July 4 deadline for passage. The controversial legislation would advance key elements of the US president's domestic agenda while imposing significant reductions to social welfare programmes.