House Republicans' Budget Reconciliation Package
House Republicans are working on a budget reconciliation package to reduce the deficit and enact Trump's agenda. The Senate passed its version, which includes spending cuts and Trump's priorities on border security and tax policies.
Key Points
- Budget reconciliation process being used for conservative policy overhaul
- Senate version calls for at least $4 billion in spending cuts
- House leaders aim to have a final bill on Trump's desk by the end of May
Pros
- Reducing the deficit
- Enacting Trump's agenda
- Securing the border
- Keeping taxes low
Cons
- Some House conservatives may oppose the bill due to concerns about enforcement of spending cuts
- Senate and House versions differ in the amount of required spending cuts