Summary
President Trump's plan for a new tax and spending bill is facing challenges in the Senate. Key issues include disagreements on funding for rural hospitals and whether tax changes fit within Senate rules. Senate leaders are trying to finalize the bill by July 4 but need to resolve these issues quickly.
Key Facts
- Senate Republicans are working to pass a tax and spending bill by July 4.
- There is a major disagreement in the Senate over funding for rural hospitals.
- The Senate parliamentarian is reviewing the bill to ensure it meets budget rules.
- The bill's Medicaid changes include reducing a tax that funds rural hospitals.
- A proposed $15 billion fund aims to help rural hospitals, but some want more.
- The bill needs almost unanimous support from Senate Republicans to pass.
- Sen. Susan Collins suggests more time is needed to address concerns about the bill.
