The Government Just Passed

July 2, 2025 – The Senate’s passage of the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” (OBBBA) by a 51-50 vote, with Vice President JD Vance breaking the tie, has left Americans reeling. The bill, passed Tuesday and now facing a contentious House vote, promises significant economic shifts but has sparked outrage over its sweeping cuts and reallocations. Posts on X reflect widespread shock, with users decrying its impact on healthcare, social programs, and immigration enforcement.

The OBBBA slashes Medicaid, potentially stripping coverage from 12-17 million Americans, and guts SNAP, reducing food assistance for low-income families. It boosts ICE funding by up to $50 billion, fueling fears of mass deportations and expanded detention facilities. The bill adds $3.3 trillion to the deficit while offering tax cuts for high earners and expanding Opportunity Zones, childcare access, and newborn savings accounts. However, critics argue these benefits skew toward the wealthy, with a $40 million statue garden drawing particular scorn.

Public sentiment on X labels the bill “pure evil,” with disabled communities and advocacy groups warning of deadly consequences. House Republicans face pressure, as Speaker Mike Johnson can lose only three votes. Moderates like Rep. David Valadao oppose healthcare cuts, while fiscal hawks like Rep. Chip Roy decry the deficit spike. If the House fails to reconcile differences by July 4, the bill could stall, delaying Trump’s agenda.

The legislation’s scope—curtailing green energy, freezing AI regulation for a decade, and capping student loans—has stunned even seasoned observers. As Americans grapple with the implications, calls to contact House representatives flood X, urging action to protect vulnerable communities.