Controversial "One Big, Beautiful Bill" Sparks Heated Debate in US Congress

House Republicans unveiled their ambitious "One Big, Beautiful Bill" on May 14th, 2025, sparking immediate controversy. The bill aims to extend Trump-era tax cuts and introduce several new deductions, including those for tips, overtime pay, and car loans. However, the projected $4 trillion addition to the national debt, coupled with proposed Medicaid cuts, has drawn sharp criticism. The Center for American Progress highlighted that the 2018 tax cuts disproportionately benefited high-income households, a trend the new bill is expected to continue. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticized the bill on a live Instagram video, calling it a "massive tax cut for the rich." Republican Speaker Mike Johnson countered that the bill delivers an "America-First agenda." Senator Mike Lee acknowledged the bill's imperfections but argued against letting "perfect be the enemy of good." The debate highlights the deep divisions within the GOP and the significant economic and social implications of the proposed legislation.