Trump calls domestic policy bill ‘very popular’ despite negative polls
President Donald Trump is celebrating the passage of his landmark domestic policy bill, which he claims is very popular among Americans. The bill, known as the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” narrowly passed through both houses of Congress with near-party-line votes. Trump highlighted the significant tax cuts included in the bill, calling it the biggest in the country’s history.
The president made these remarks as he returned home from an event at the Iowa State Fairgrounds, where he kicked off the celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. He expressed his satisfaction with the bill’s passage, emphasizing that it was a phenomenal victory for America.
Despite facing opposition from Democrats in Congress, Trump was determined to see the bill reach his desk by July 4th, and he succeeded. The bill, packed with promises from his 2024 campaign and second-term priorities, includes provisions for tax cuts, immigration, defense, energy, and the debt limit.
One of the key components of the bill is the extension of Trump’s 2017 tax cuts and the elimination of taxes on tips and overtime pay. By making his first-term tax rates permanent, the bill is projected to cut taxes by nearly $4.4 trillion over the next decade. Additionally, the bill allocates billions for border security and enforces the president’s tough stance on immigration.
Critics of the bill, particularly Democrats, have raised concerns about the restructuring of Medicaid and cuts to food stamps to offset the costs of the tax cuts. The bill also introduces new rules and regulations, including work requirements for Medicaid coverage seekers.
Despite Trump’s claims of popularity, recent polls indicate that a majority of Americans are not in favor of the bill. According to a Fox News poll, 59% of voters opposed the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” while only 38% supported it. The bill also faced negative ratings in polls conducted by other organizations, highlighting a wide partisan divide on the issue.
Republicans, however, are highlighting a poll that shows strong support for the bill, especially due to its tax cut provisions. The GOP-aligned public policy group, One Nation, argues that the public backs the Republican plan to cut taxes for families and eliminate taxes on Social Security, overtime, and tips.
As President Trump prepares to sign the bill into law, the nation is divided on its impact. While supporters hail it as a historic achievement, critics warn of the potential consequences of the massive spending and tax cuts included in the legislation. The true test of the bill’s popularity and effectiveness will be felt in the months and years to come.
