House Republican claims Senate critics of ‘big, beautiful bill’ are ‘shortsighted’

Published May 27, 2025 12:05pm ET



Rep. Dan Meuser (R-PA) defended President Donald Trump’s reconciliation legislation on Tuesday by pointing to other savings the administration has brought about.

Last week, the House of Representatives passed the “big, beautiful bill.” As the legislation heads to the Senate for amendments and a vote, Republican senators criticize it on issues including the deficit, Medicaid changes, and energy credits.

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