Trump was elated, achieving another significant victory.
“The Big Beautiful Act” passed in Congress on July 3rd, and he immediately tweeted his joy:
“This is a beautiful night. This is one of the most important bills in American history. From now on, America will become the hottest (sexy) country on Earth.”
Despite being sexy, he was nervous. White House photos revealed that he had been staring at the TV and the scene of the Congressional vote all night.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi disclosed that Trump was busy until 1 a.m., dealing with a critical situation, with Republicans still singing against him, making it hard for him to sleep.
When the deadlock occurred, Trump broke down,
He posted three messages on his “real social” platform.
Before the vote, he called on Republicans to “beat the Democrats tonight” and “make America great again (MAGA);” when the vote became deadlocked, he urged Republicans to vote quickly so that the MAGA group wouldn’t be unhappy; in the early hours, he lashed out, calling Republicans “utterly absurd.”
Trump went all out, but not everyone in Congress was easy to deal with.
Anyway, the Democrats voted against, unanimously; there were also those within the Republican Party who played against the game, showing a complete lack of political sense.
For example, a Republican from Pennsylvania,
who cast an “unexpectedly” negative vote, then disappeared without a trace—phone off, no one at home, impossible to contact.
To avoid Trump’s pressure and other Republican lobbying.
But now, the Republican Party essentially revolves around Trump. Whatever Trump wants to do, they must agree.
So, ultimately, the Senate passed with 51 votes in favor and 50 against, with Vice President Mike Pence’s rushed arrival adding one more vote, which would have made it pass; the House
218 votes in favor and 214 against, barely passing by.
Next, on July 4th, the United States Independence Day, Trump signed a truly significant bill, which not only commemorates the nation’s birthday but also showcases Trump’s major victory.
Therefore, after many anxious days, Trump is now overjoyed and praises: “Because of this bill, the United States has become the most attractive planet in the world.”
This “Majestic Beauty Act” is a comprehensive summary of Trump’s domestic policies, yet it contains numerous loopholes and shady practices.
I will not delve into its details; instead, I refer to the statement from Xinhua News Agency for slight modifications.
According to this act, the corporate tax rate in the United States will permanently decrease from 35% before the tax cut in 2017 to 21%. The act also extends or increases other tax incentives for corporate investments, such as new machinery, equipment, and R&D tax breaks.
Trump is indeed striving for an economic recovery.
Regarding the traditional energy sector in the United States,
Biden’s green energy policy has been virtually scrapped. Tax incentives for electric vehicles have also been canceled.
In any case, Trump does not believe in climate change and has his own views on green energy.
Oh, according to Trump’s interpretation, canceling the subsidies for electric vehicles is the fundamental reason why Musk was so furious.
Taxing the wealthy is a consistent tactic of Trump’s.
Some calculations show that the biggest beneficiaries are families with annual incomes between $200,000 and $500,000, as well as those owning property.
4. The group in the United States who rely on tips and overtime pay.
This benefits mainly the lower-middle class of the US. However, according to an analysis by Yale University’s budget lab, Americans receiving tips represent only 2.5% of the total workforce; additionally, only about 12% of hourly workers work overtime annually.
The situation in the United States is different from ours.
Simply put, the United States has significantly reduced medical assistance, making the poor the hardest hit.
According to calculations, the “Great American Jobs Act” will lead to 12 million Americans losing health insurance over the next decade. The act also cuts the food stamp program, which will be a double blow for those relying on food stamps for survival.
For the poor, this is a nightmare. Yet, their voices are too faint.
Federal budget cuts have hit these industries hard. It’s predicted that in the next ten years, these sectors will lose nearly 500,000 jobs.
It’s not easy being a doctor in the United States.
On one hand, there’s tax cuts, and on the other hand, there’s no way to increase revenue. As a result, debts naturally pile up. It’s estimated that in the next ten years, the US will add between 3 and 5 trillion dollars in national debt.
The benefits enjoyed by modern people must be repaid by future generations.
So, if we add another loser, it’s:
We see that Musk and Trump parted ways due to the “Great American Jobs Act,” with Trump claiming that Musk suffered losses, while Musk believed the bill would lead to the complete bankruptcy of the United States.
As mentioned earlier, Republican congressman Fitzpatrick, who hid away, opposed the bill because he feared that his district’s over 100,000 voters would lose their health insurance, defending freedom without compromise.
I saw Republican Governor Newson, who opposes Trump, harshly criticize on social media:
17 million people lost healthcare coverage.
18 million children lost school lunches.
3 million Americans lost food assistance.
And increased deficits by $3.5 trillion.
All of this was for Trump’s billionaire donors’ tax cuts.
Firstly, this is a significant victory for Trump.
A bill he wanted passed has been passed at any time he desired.
Trump tested the loyalty of Republicans.
The Democrats lost control of Congress, and now they are leaderless, not a match for Trump and the Republicans.
Of course, Trump was also quite the fighter.
A man in his 80s, he still had to stay up late and work tirelessly. He constantly called Republican lawmakers, cursing anyone who didn’t vote for him, forcing only a few Republicans to turn off their phones in response.
Secondly, this marked the beginning of America’s division.
Democrats all voted against it.
Even within the Republican Party, there were voices of opposition, including Musk, whom Trump once counted on most heavily, who turned on him. Trump even threatened to expel Musk back to South Africa.
MAGA is breaking apart, and American society is tearing apart.
Interestingly, after the House finally passed the bill, some Republicans were overjoyed, repeatedly chanting the “USA” anthem. Many Republicans praised Trump from various angles.
It felt more like Washington streets than the US Congress.
The worship of heroes is unprecedented in America.
Thirdly, history will write its own story.
In the short term, Trump’s victory is certain. He has finally accomplished what he had long wanted to do.
We talk about people’s livelihoods being paramount, but how are so many poor Americans without access to healthcare going to be dealt with?
We also say that we should live within our means, and as the debt in the US continues to rise, could it lead to bankruptcy?
For Trump, “big beauty” meant something different to opponents; it was described as the “largest scale” tax cut, health insurance reduction, and nutrition assistance reduction bill in American history by House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi.
Your honey, my poison.
Looking at it now, this represents an unprecedented victory for the US government, which might temporarily boost the economy. Looking ahead, the rising debt may not be the start of America falling into a pit.
Even today, Trump’s significant achievements could backfire on him in the future. As Musk foretold, the Republican midterm elections were completely defeated, and Trump became a “flip-flopping duck” ahead of schedule.
It is essential to consider the broader interests when seeking benefits, and to seek fame that endures across millennia. However, many things are easier said than done; this requires courage as well as vision. Who can truly achieve such feats in today’s United States?