The United States Congress has passed President Donald Trump’s sweeping budget bill after days of intense debate and overnight sessions in both chambers, paving the way for a major legislative victory for the former president.
The sprawling package, which is central to Mr Trump’s policy agenda, will now be signed into law at a ceremony scheduled for 4 July. The legislation, described by supporters as “transformational”, covers wide-ranging economic and spending measures.
The bill’s passage followed lengthy deliberations that gripped Capitol Hill, with members of both the House of Representatives and the Senate working through the night to finalise the details.
In a dramatic moment, the final vote was delayed after Democratic Minority House Leader Hakeem Jeffries spoke for more than eight hours on the House floor—setting a new record. His marathon speech underscored fierce opposition to the bill from Democrats, who argued that key provisions would disproportionately benefit the wealthy and widen inequality.
“This is not just about numbers on a spreadsheet,” Mr Jeffries said during his address. “This is about the lives of ordinary Americans who will feel the impact of these choices for generations to come.”
Despite the opposition, the bill secured enough support to pass both chambers. Republican lawmakers hailed it as a necessary step to stimulate economic growth and restore fiscal discipline.
President Trump welcomed the outcome, calling it “a tremendous win for the American people” and expressing confidence that the new law would “turbocharge the economy, create jobs, and strengthen America’s future.”
The signing ceremony on 4 July is expected to serve as a symbolic celebration of the legislation, coinciding with America’s Independence Day.
Boluwatife Enome
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