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Washington, D.C. – The United States Senate has passed a wide-ranging legislative package strongly backed by President Donald Trump, marking a significant step in advancing his administration’s domestic agenda.
Commonly referred to by supporters as “One Big Beautiful Bill,” the legislation—officially titled the American Prosperity and Security Act—includes sweeping reforms across immigration, taxation, infrastructure, and national security.
The bill passed following a closely contested Senate vote, largely along party lines, with some bipartisan support.
Key provisions include:
- Border security enhancements, including increased funding for the U.S.-Mexico border wall and expanded immigration enforcement.
- Tax reforms, offering cuts for middle-income earners and new incentives for U.S.-based manufacturing.
- Infrastructure investment, targeting roads, energy, and rural broadband development.
- Defense and cybersecurity funding, boosting military readiness and domestic cyber protections.
President Trump has repeatedly promoted the bill in public remarks, calling it a “transformational investment in America’s future.” The White House praised the Senate’s passage as “a major victory for the American people.”
Critics, however, have raised concerns about the bill’s fiscal sustainability, potential civil liberties implications, and broad executive powers in certain sections.
The legislation now heads to the House of Representatives, where further debate and possible amendments are expected.
More details are expected following House deliberations in the coming weeks.
U.S. Senate, Capitol Building on Flickr by ajagendorf25
