Senate Approves Trump’s Tax and Safety Net Overhaul Bill

Tue Oct 21 2025 17:28:25 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)

In a narrow vote, the Senate has passed President Trump’s controversial bill aimed at tax cuts and significant reductions to social safety nets, setting the stage for intense scrutiny from the House.

The Senate witnessed a tense voting session yesterday, resulting in a 51-50 approval for President Trump's expansive bill targeting $3.8 trillion in tax cuts and substantial cuts to social welfare programs. The process was fraught with disagreements among Republicans, as three party members sided with Democrats to oppose the bill, necessitating a tiebreaking vote from Vice President JD Vance.

The last 24 hours in the Senate involved extensive debates and negotiations, highlighting the complexities within the Republican party as they strive to promote Trump's agenda, which he proudly labels the "big, beautiful bill." While the legislation promises numerous tax reductions and augmented funding for border security and military, concerns abound regarding the potential financial fallout for millions of low-income Americans due to reductions in health insurance and other federal assistance. As the bill heads to the House of Representatives for a crucial vote today before reaching Trump for his endorsement, the political future of the GOP remains precarious amid backlash from some quarters.

As live updates unfold, observers are keenly watching the House's response to this significant piece of legislation.