Congress Races to Pass GOP Tax-Spending Bill by July 4

President Trump is pressing Congress to finalize a sweeping tax-and-spending bill by the July 4 deadline, urging Republicans to stay in Washington without vacations until the package is signed into law. The legislation, spanning over 1,000 pages, aims to lock in Trump-era tax cuts, enhance border security, and implement significant cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and green energy funding, though it faces internal GOP opposition and procedural challenges in both chambers. Senate Republicans are working on last-minute changes to secure enough votes, with Vice President J.D. Vance prepared to break ties, but uncertainty remains as some GOP members threaten to oppose the bill. The Senate parliamentarian has ruled out controversial provisions, such as limits on courts and large federal land sales, causing Republicans to revise parts of the bill. Meanwhile, lobbyists are intensifying efforts to influence the legislation amid the rush, and the Senate faces additional complexity with a potential vote on a war powers resolution related to President Trump's Iran strikes, which could impact the timing of the tax bill vote. Congressional leaders express cautious confidence that the bill will pass soon, emphasizing the need to compromise and avoid letting perfection hinder progress.