Trump Warns GOP Against Deep Cuts Amid $3.3 Trillion Deficit Debate

President Trump has cautioned Republican lawmakers against pursuing excessive spending cuts in the Senate's "big, beautiful" tax and spending bill, emphasizing the need for them to remain electable. Despite identifying himself as a "cost-cutting Republican," Trump warned that drastic reductions could jeopardize reelection chances and asserted that any increased spending would be offset by substantial economic growth. The bill, which includes extensions of the 2017 tax cuts and funding for border security, is projected by the Congressional Budget Office to add approximately $3.3 trillion to the deficit over the next decade and could result in millions losing insurance coverage due to Medicaid cuts. Trump's interventions, including personal calls and threats of primary challenges, played a role in advancing the bill amid GOP internal opposition, notably influencing Senator Thom Tillis's decision not to seek reelection. The legislation also aims to reduce green energy incentives and tighten eligibility for Medicaid and food stamps, sparking concerns among fiscal hawks like Senators Rand Paul and Tillis. As the Senate moves toward a vote to meet Trump's July 4 deadline, the bill is expected to return to the House, with leadership preparing for further deliberations.