Senate GOP Plans Changes to Trump’s House-Passed Tax-Spending Bill

President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill," a tax and spending package encompassing many of his key priorities, narrowly passed the House and now faces a challenging path in the Senate. Senate Majority Leader John Thune needs to secure enough GOP votes amid significant disagreements, especially over potential Medicaid cuts, with senators like Josh Hawley, Lisa Murkowski, and Susan Collins expressing concerns. While House Speaker Mike Johnson urges minimal changes to preserve a delicate balance, Senate Republicans plan multiple revisions, including adjustments to tax credits and spending provisions. The Senate's alterations are expected to result in the bill returning to the House for a final vote, complicating its progress before the July 4 deadline. The process highlights internal GOP divisions between fiscal conservatives and those seeking to maintain certain benefits, with some senators openly opposing the bill as it stands. Ultimately, the bill's passage remains uncertain as negotiations continue to reconcile competing priorities within the Republican ranks.