House Narrowly Advances Trump Tax Policy Bill

House Speaker Mike Johnson kept the rule vote on President Trump's controversial tax and policy bill open for hours to secure enough support, reflecting intense GOP efforts and direct involvement from Trump. The legislation, referred to as the 'One Big Beautiful Bill' by supporters and the 'Big Ugly Bill' by critics, narrowly passed a key procedural hurdle in the House. Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin vocally opposed the bill, criticizing it for cutting healthcare and nutritional assistance while increasing the national debt. Trump responded with personal attacks on Raskin via Truth Social, leading to further heated exchanges. Critics argue the bill favors the wealthy at the expense of vulnerable Americans, while GOP leaders remain optimistic about passing the bill by Independence Day. The bill is expected to be signed by Trump soon.