Senate Passes GOP Budget Resolution Amid Trump Administration Cuts and Controversies
The Senate has passed a $340 billion budget resolution amidst controversies and significant layoffs in federal agencies, reflecting Trump's aggressive immigration agenda.
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Getting both chambers to agree to a budget resolution is just the first step in the reconciliation process, which allows the Senate to get around the 60-vote filibuster for budget-related measures.
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Summary
In a marathon overnight session, the Senate passed a $340 billion GOP-backed budget resolution, ignoring Democratic opposition concerning Medicare and Medicaid cuts. The budget focuses on immigration and border security, with Trump highlighting the urgent need for funds for mass deportations. The proposal's passage was marked by Democratic attempts to block safety net cuts, which were rejected. Adding to the turmoil, over 6,000 IRS workers are being laid off, while the Pentagon has delayed layoffs amid a broader push by the Trump administration to overhaul federal agencies and programs, generating multiple legal challenges.
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