US President Donald Trump has officially signed a landmark 870-page tax and spending bill into law, enacting sweeping economic and policy changes that touch nearly every aspect of American life — from defense and immigration to social safety nets and taxation.
Bill Signed After Narrow Passage in Congress
The bill was signed Friday afternoon at a White House ceremony, just a day after a narrow 218–214 vote in the House and a tie-breaking vote from Vice-President JD Vance in the Senate.
Dubbed by Trump as the “One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act”, the legislation enshrines key planks of his agenda, including:
- Extension of Trump-era 2017 tax cuts
- $150 billion increase in defense spending
- $100 billion funding boost for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
- Elimination of taxes on tips, overtime pay, and Social Security for seniors
- Steep cuts to Medicaid and SNAP benefits
- Rollback of Biden-era clean energy tax credits
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Independence Day Celebrations Turn Political
The signing ceremony featured a military fly-by, including B-2 bombers, F-35s, and F-22s — the same aircraft used in recent US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. It was followed by an Independence Day picnic attended by service members and pilots.
Trump praised the bill’s passage as a gift to America, claiming it will trigger economic growth while “cutting spending without being noticed.”
“The people are happy,” he told supporters from the White House balcony.
Divided Reactions and Fierce Opposition
While Republicans celebrated the win, two GOP members joined all 212 Democrats in voting against the bill. Critics slammed it for favoring the wealthy and weakening the social safety net.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries delayed the vote with a nearly nine-hour speech, calling the bill an “extraordinary assault” on American healthcare. Yet his efforts only delayed the inevitable outcome.
According to the Congressional Budget Office, the bill may create a temporary budget surplus in the first year, but deficits are projected to rise sharply after that — adding substantially to the national debt.
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Impact on Working-Class Americans
The bill’s changes to SNAP (food assistance) and Medicaid are expected to affect tens of millions. One father interviewed said he may take a second job if his family’s $700 monthly food benefits are reduced.
The CBO estimates nearly 12 million Americans will lose Medicaid coverage over the next decade. Republicans defend the cuts, citing efforts to reduce fraud and enforce work requirements.
Meanwhile, polling shows low public support, with only 29% approval nationwide, although that number jumps to two-thirds among Republicans.
Trump Looks to 2025 Election With Major Legislative Win
Following the bill’s passage, Trump appeared triumphant in Iowa, kicking off celebrations for America’s 250th birthday with a rally in Des Moines.
“There could be no better birthday present for America,” Trump declared to cheering supporters.
Despite skepticism from analysts and the public, Trump and his team believe the bill will serve as a cornerstone for his 2025 campaign, demonstrating his continued focus on military strength, tax reform, and immigration enforcement.
