Trump’s Fiscal Plan Approval by House of Representatives

House of Representatives Gives Approval to Trump’s Fiscal Plan
Trump Achieves Final Approval for His Fiscal Plan
Trump’s Fiscal Plan Receives Definitive Green Light

The United States House of Representatives, with a Republican majority, gave its final approval to the fiscal plan promoted by President Donald Trump.

The vote concluded with 218 votes in favor and 214 against.

And it clears the path for presidential ratification just ahead of July 4, Independence Day.

So reported EFE.

House of Representatives Gives Approval to Trump’s Fiscal Plan

#EN6 | The U.S. House of Representatives approves the fiscal plan promoted by President Donald Trump, which would cut taxes and spending. #International pic.twitter.com/3s3qwke0WJ

— El Noticiero (@elnoticiero_6) July 3, 2025

Trump’s fiscal plan had faced multiple legislative hurdles.

After an initial approval in the Lower House on May 22, it went through the Senate where Vice President JD Vance had to cast the tie-breaking vote last Tuesday.

This Thursday, the Lower House held the final vote after overcoming a last-ditch effort by Democratic Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, who delivered an 8-hour and 45-minute speech to delay the process.

The Republican caucus, with a slim margin, could only afford three defections. In the end, two lawmakers broke ranks with the party, but it wasn’t enough to block the approval.

Republican Pressure to Consolidate Trump’s Fiscal Plan

❗️The House of Representatives approves Trump’s “big and beautiful” fiscal project

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— Sepa Más (@Sepa_mass) July 3, 2025

House Speaker Mike Johnson ramped up pressure on undecided lawmakers in recent days.

Before the final vote, Johnson issued a forceful call on the House floor:

“This could be the most important vote any of us ever take in our entire lives. (…) The President is waiting with his pen. The American people are waiting for this relief. We’ve heard enough. It’s time to act. Let’s finish the job for him by voting yes.”

The Republican leadership’s goal was clear: to ensure the fiscal plan would be ready for Trump’s signature on July 4, turning it into a symbolic achievement for him on a key patriotic day.

Contents of the Plan

Dubbed by Trump as the “big and beautiful bill,” the plan aims to make permanent the tax deductions enacted during his first term (2017–2021).

These tax cuts have been criticized by the opposition for disproportionately benefiting the wealthiest sectors.

In addition, the legislation includes significant budget cuts that will impact social programs such as Medicaid.

It also calls for a substantial increase in spending on border security and defense—two central priorities of the Republican agenda and of Trump himself as he heads into the election campaign.

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