In a narrow vote, the Republican-led House passed a $9 billion federal budget rescission, delivering a win for President Donald Trump.
The measure, passed 216-213, includes cuts to public broadcasting and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID).
GOP Divided as Bill Heads to Trump
While most Republicans backed the measure, Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania and Mike Turner of Ohio voted against it. The bill formalizes $9.4 billion in cuts initiated by Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency and now awaits Trump’s signature.
Senate Narrowly Passed Rescissions
The Senate approved the bill 51-48 after a tense voting session. Republicans Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski sided with Democrats, citing concerns over the impact on rural communities’ access to emergency alerts via public broadcasting. Vice President J.D. Vance cast the tie-breaking vote to advance the package.
More Budget Cuts to Come
House Speaker Mike Johnson celebrated the victory, promising more rescission efforts ahead. “This isn’t the end, it’s the beginning,” he said.
Republican Concerns Over Transparency
Some GOP senators, including Mitch McConnell, also opposed the bill due to concerns about the White House’s lack of detail in the rescission plan.
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