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Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' Sparks Debate on Tax Cuts vs. Social Program Cuts

Republicans are highlighting the One Big Beautiful Bill, a legislative package signed by President Donald Trump, which includes tax breaks and cuts to social services and immigration enforcement. While millions have benefited from tax reductions, including no taxes on tips and overtime, others are facing reduced access to federal food aid and healthcare due to stricter work requirements. The Congressional Budget Office projects over $1 trillion in savings from these program changes, with millions fewer receiving SNAP benefits and potentially losing Medicaid coverage. AI

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Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' Sparks Debate on Tax Cuts vs. Social Program Cuts

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · The Associated Press, Lisa Mascaro ·

    Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ projected to add a big, unbeautiful $3.4 trillion to the national debt over the next decade

    But Americans did get another $350, on average, in their tax refunds this year.