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Outrage Pours in After House GOP Approves 'One of the Most Catastrophic Bills Passed in Modern History'

House Republicans on Thursday put the final stamp of approval on budget legislation that will inflict devastating cuts on Medicaid, federal nutrition assistance, clean energy initiatives, and other programs to help finance another round of tax breaks for the rich—an unparalleled upward transfer of wealth that's expected to have cascading effects across the United States for years to come.The sprawling legislation passed in a mostly party-line vote, with just two House Republicans—Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.) and Thomas Massie (R-Ky.)—joining every Democrat in opposition to the bill, which now heads to President Donald Trump's desk.Following the 218-214 vote, Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) called the reconciliation package "one of the most cruel, immoral pieces of legislation that Congress has ...

Common Dreams     Jul 03, 2025