The Senate entered a state of limbo Friday as Republicans struggled to secure enough votes to move forward with President Donald Trump’s ambitious “One Big Beautiful Bill.”
With the vote stuck at 47-50, three GOP senators—Mike Lee, Rick Scott, and Cynthia Lummis—had yet to weigh in. Their support is essential to proceed with debate. Vice President JD Vance was on standby to cast a tie-breaking vote if needed. Even if the bill advances, uncertainty remains over final passage.
Trump Presses for July 4 Deadline
President Trump continues to push for passage of the sweeping immigration and tax legislation before Independence Day. “The Great Republicans in the U.S. Senate are working all weekend,” Trump wrote online. Despite acknowledging that the deadline is flexible, Trump emphasized the symbolic importance of finalizing the bill by July 4. He encouraged the House to be ready to send the bill to his desk in time for a national celebration.
Judge Blocks Trump Executive Order Targeting Law Firm
In a major legal setback for the administration, a federal judge permanently blocked Trump’s executive order aimed at punishing the law firm Susman Godfrey. The ruling by Judge Loren AliKhan found the order unconstitutional and a threat to judicial independence. The decision marks the fourth such ruling against similar efforts by the administration. The Justice Department has not yet appealed.
Trump Terminates Trade Talks with Canada
Trump also announced Friday he is ending all trade negotiations with Canada. The move comes in response to Canada’s planned digital services tax on U.S. tech companies, which Trump described as a “direct and blatant attack.” He promised retaliatory tariffs would be announced within a week. The White House has yet to issue an official comment.
Supreme Court Issues Partial Stay on Birthright Citizenship Order
Earlier in the day, the Supreme Court granted a partial stay on lower court injunctions that had blocked Trump’s executive order attempting to end birthright citizenship. The decision allows limited implementation of the order while legal challenges continue.
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