Summary
The U.S. Senate voted 51 to 49 to advance a major bill supported by President Trump, moving it to the next phase of discussion. The bill plans to increase military spending, fund border security, and make cuts to Medicare and clean energy programs. Debate on the bill will continue, as Republicans and Democrats in the Senate are split on its contents.
Key Facts
- The Senate vote was 51 in favor and 49 against advancing the bill.
- Two Republican senators joined Democrats in voting against the bill.
- The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” proposes a $150 billion increase in military spending.
- It includes funding for mass deportations and building a border wall.
- To cover these costs, the bill plans to cut funding for Medicare and clean energy.
- Senate Democrats are unanimously opposed to the bill, meaning all Republican votes are critical for passage.
- If the Senate approves the bill, it will then move to the House of Representatives for further approval.
- The bill is expected to increase the U.S. national debt, with nonpartisan analysts predicting it will add trillions to existing debt levels.
