The Senate passed a ‘skinny’ budget resolution at 4:46 a.m. after a lengthy vote-a-rama to kickstart Trump’s legislative agenda. While Trump initially preferred a broader House GOP resolution, Senate Republicans shifted to please him. The power struggle between Congress and Trump over spending control is intensifying as Trump takes matters into his own hands. GOP members like Rep. Balderson warn against Trump’s aggressive executive orders, urging Congress to retain decision-making authority.
In foreign affairs, Senator Tillis condemns Russia’s Putin as a threat to global stability, citing Zelensky’s confrontation with Trump in peace talks. Meanwhile, Trump’s foreign policy approach aligning with Putin creates unease in European allies. Concerns are growing over Trump’s push to remove U.S. troops from frontline NATO countries under Russian pressure, potentially affecting NATO’s future.
The administration faces backlash for mass layoffs affecting vital roles and defying court orders on spending freezes. Healthcare industry donations to Trump’s campaign draw scrutiny amid potential policy shifts. Trump also considers exonerating Alice Marie Johnson to oversee pardons. The Marshals Service deputizing Musk’s security team and Pence’s public opposition to the new administration are notable developments in the political landscape. In parallel, Trump’s push to abolish the IRS and create an external revenue service raises concerns about funding sources.
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