On July 1, 2025, the United States Senate approved a significant fiscal package proposed by President Donald Trump. This package includes substantial tax cuts and increased investments in defense and border security.
The fiscal package proposes $4.5 trillion in tax cuts, alongside $1.2 trillion in cuts to social programs. These cuts include the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Medicaid, sparking concerns among lawmakers and beneficiaries.
The legislation also introduces stricter work requirements for SNAP beneficiaries, expanding the age range and including parents with children. These changes could result in up to 11 million people losing access to the program.