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Speaker Mike Johnson remained confident ahead of the high-stakes vote, dismissing any alternative routes. “There’s no Plan B,” Johnson asserted, signaling his determination to push the bill through.
The intense session was presided over by Speaker Pro Tem Michael Simpson as lawmakers cast their votes, with every Republican vote crucial in the GOP’s thin House majority.
According to the Associated Press, House Republicans, with strong encouragement from Trump, pushed their budget blueprint forward, overcoming staunch Democratic resistance and unease within their own party.
Trump actively lobbied for the bill, making direct calls to wavering GOP lawmakers and even inviting key Republicans to the White House to solidify support. The former president’s influence was evident as the vote neared, with the bill ultimately squeezing through by a slim margin.
The measure faced unanimous Democratic opposition, and its fate remained uncertain until the final gavel struck.
After the contentious vote, Speaker Johnson addressed reporters, celebrating the win while acknowledging the challenges ahead.
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“We got it done… Now passing the budget resolution in the House, it will go to the Senate. This is the first important step… we have a lot of hard work ahead of us… Lot of work yet to be done, but we’re going to celebrate tonight. We’ll roll up our sleeves and get right back at it in the morning,” Johnson said.
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The passage of this bill sets the stage for intense battles in the Senate, where Republicans will need to navigate further resistance to advance their legislative priorities.
This budget package paves the way for sweeping tax cuts, bold immigration reform, domestic energy expansion, and a boost to Pentagon funding..and if Trump’s tax cuts are not extended..MILLIONS will see their taxes GO UP..I have been doing taxes for 45 yrs .and know this for a fact..