Summary
Senate Republicans are discussing changes to President Donald Trump's plan to cancel $9.4 billion in previously approved spending, including funds for public broadcasting and foreign aid. The Senate must pass the bill by Friday, or the spending will continue as planned. Some Republicans and all Democrats are concerned about the proposed cuts, which need nearly full Republican support to pass.
Key Facts
- President Trump wants to cancel spending of $9.4 billion, including $1.1 billion from public broadcasting and $8.3 billion from foreign aid.
- The Senate has until Friday to pass the bill, or the planned spending will remain.
- Senate Majority Leader John Thune mentioned possible adjustments to the proposed cuts.
- The cuts include funds for a global health program called PEPFAR.
- Republicans need almost all their senators to agree to pass the bill.
- Democrats are against the cuts, viewing them as harmful to the budget process.
- If passed, the bill could lead to debates and amendments known as a "vote-a-rama."
- The House of Representatives has already shown support for President Trump's request through a narrow vote.
