In a rare and determined move, former President Donald Trump personally convened a private gathering with key House Republican leaders today, aiming to overcome deep fractures within the party over his massive tax and spending proposal.
Sources close to the meeting reveal Trump’s message was clear and uncompromising: the GOP must rally behind the “big, beautiful bill” or risk fracturing the party beyond repair ahead of crucial midterm elections. Unlike public statements, Trump’s private tone was reportedly sharper, calling out holdouts as “risking everything for short-term political games.”
Central to the tension is Medicaid, with some Republicans pushing for significant cuts while others warn such moves could alienate moderate voters. Trump’s stance, as insiders say, is to protect Medicaid largely as is, focusing reform efforts narrowly on eliminating fraud and waste a compromise intended to bridge the divide.
Additionally, Trump insisted that the contentious State and Local Tax (SALT) cap remain unchanged, arguing that altering it would destabilize the tax framework and undercut GOP messaging.
Behind the scenes, aides describe Trump pacing the halls of the Capitol, energized yet visibly frustrated by the resistance. He is said to have reminded lawmakers that the bill’s passage is not just policy, but a test of party loyalty and leadership.
Political analysts suggest this meeting may mark a turning point in GOP unity, setting the tone for an intense legislative battle in the weeks ahead.
This exclusive insight into Trump’s strategy underscores the high stakes involved as Republicans grapple with balancing fiscal conservatism and political pragmatism.
what if it puts these closer together?
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