As Democrats scramble to undermine President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill with a flurry of last-minute criticisms, the facts remain steadfast and unyielding.
MYTH:
The One Big Beautiful Bill is “merely a tax break for billionaires.”
FACT: This bill represents the largest tax cut for the middle- and working-class in U.S. history. It promises to return over $10,000 annually to the average hardworking family, making it arguably the most pro-growth, pro-worker, and pro-family legislation ever devised.
MYTH:
The One Big Beautiful Bill “takes from the poor to give to the rich.”
FACT: In reality, the most substantial tax reductions benefit the lowest-income workers, reinforcing that this bill is fundamentally about lifting the working and middle classes.
MYTH:
The One Big Beautiful Bill “makes life more unaffordable.”
FACT: On the contrary, this legislation is poised to increase take-home pay by over $10,000 per year for a typical family, effectively making life more affordable.
MYTH:
The One Big Beautiful Bill “hurts low-income families.”
FACT: This is the most pro-family legislation crafted to date, designed to uplift everyday families with significant pay raises, expanded Opportunity Zones, enhanced childcare access, increased child tax credits, and new savings accounts for newborns.
MYTH:
The One Big Beautiful Bill “is just a corporate handout.”
FACT: Far from it, this bill is engineered to catalyze a Blue-Collar BOOM, offering tax relief to workers, backing small businesses, and investing in American manufacturing—making it a boon for the working class.
MYTH:
The One Big Beautiful Bill “leaves American workers behind.”
FACT: This bill is heralded as the most pro-worker legislation in history, aiming to enhance pay for millions while exempting tips and overtime from taxation, thus providing additional relief for hourly and service workers.
MYTH:
The One Big Beautiful Bill “negatively impacts small businesses.”
FACT: By making the Trump Tax Cuts permanent—including the small business deduction—this legislation supports Main Street’s growth and hiring potential. Failure to enact this bill could lead to a staggering $4 trillion tax increase.
MYTH:
The One Big Beautiful Bill “removes families from Medicaid.”
FACT: Contrary to these claims, there will be no cuts to Medicaid. This bill fortifies Medicaid for those who need it most—pregnant women, children, seniors, disabled individuals, and low-income families—while also addressing fraud and abuse.
MYTH:
The One Big Beautiful Bill “cuts Medicare.”
FACT: Medicare remains untouched in this bill—none of its benefits will see a reduction as a result of this legislation, ensuring continued support for all eligible Americans.
MYTH:
The One Big Beautiful Bill “will close rural hospitals.”
FACT: Rural hospitals, which account for just 7% of total Medicaid spending, will benefit from strengthened resources aimed at vulnerable populations, including targeted funds for rural healthcare and enhanced protection for rural hospitals.
MYTH:
“People will literally die” due to the One Big Beautiful Bill—“and millions will lose their healthcare.”
FACT: Such claims are alarmist and unfounded. This bill serves to protect eligible Americans reliant on federal welfare, including Medicaid, by streamlining resources to better serve those intended to benefit from the program.
MYTH:
The One Big Beautiful Bill “will harm people with disabilities.”
FACT: The bill actively strengthens Medicaid for individuals with disabilities, ensuring no loss or change in their coverage.
MYTH:
The One Big Beautiful Bill “punishes vulnerable Americans with work requirements.”
FACT: The work requirement affects only able-bodied adults without young children and aims to restore dignity and promote better health outcomes. This commonsense approach mirrors bipartisan work requirements from previous administrations.
MYTH:
“There’s no fraud in Medicaid—Republicans are just taking coverage from vulnerable populations.”
FACT: Over the last decade, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services acknowledged that improper payments in Medicaid have surpassed half a trillion dollars. The One Big Beautiful Bill addresses these issues by removing ineligible individuals and instituting work requirements.
MYTH:
“SNAP work requirements are unnecessary.”
FACT: Currently, only 28% of able-bodied adults receiving SNAP are employed. This bill aims to promote responsibility and ensure SNAP serves those in genuine need, as it was originally intended.
MYTH:
“Illegal aliens don’t receive federal benefits.”
FACT: In fact, undocumented individuals impose significant costs on taxpayers for healthcare and welfare. The One Big Beautiful Bill seeks to eliminate fraud and ensure benefits are reserved for eligible citizens.
MYTH:
“The One Big Beautiful Bill doesn’t cut taxes on Social Security.”
FACT: This legislation provides substantial tax relief for seniors, ensuring that the average Social Security beneficiary pays zero taxes on their benefits.
MYTH:
“The One Big Beautiful Bill increases the deficit.”
FACT: On the contrary, this bill is expected to reduce deficits by over $2 trillion through enhanced economic growth and unprecedented cuts to waste and fraud across governmental programs.
MYTH:
“But the CBO says….”
FACT: The Congressional Budget Office has a history of inaccurate projections and often misinterprets the economic impacts of tax cuts. The One Big Beautiful Bill promises genuine savings that will stimulate the economy and prevent a significant tax increase.
MYTH:
“There’s excessive ‘pork’ in this bill.”
FACT: Every provision in the One Big Beautiful Bill aligns with campaign promises made by President Trump. The only new spending pertains to securing the homeland, funded by increased visa fees from foreigners.
MYTH:
“The One Big Beautiful Bill won’t enhance national security.”
FACT: This legislation fulfills President Trump’s Peace Through Strength initiative, allocating funds for missile defense and modernizing military capabilities, ensuring our armed forces are equipped for success.
MYTH:
“The One Big Beautiful Bill benefits ‘Big Oil’ and restricts U.S. energy resources.”
FACT: In fact, it promotes American energy independence, replenishes the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, and dismantles counterproductive policies to reduce living costs for Americans everywhere.
MYTH:
“Manufacturing jobs will continue to move overseas.”
FACT: The One Big Beautiful Bill incentivizes domestic production with provisions for 100% expensing on new factories and revitalizes Opportunity Zones to keep jobs within the U.S.
MYTH:
“Rural America is being overlooked.”
FACT: This bill prioritizes investments in rural communities, broadening market access and providing historic support to farming families, ensuring the stability of food and fuel production for the nation.
MYTH:
“SNAP is being dismantled, leaving families hungry.”
FACT: The One Big Beautiful Bill aims to protect and strengthen SNAP, addressing high fraud rates and refocusing the program to assist those truly in need—an essential reform for a successful safety net.
MYTH:
“Republicans are sidelining Democrats in the legislative process.”
FACT: This bill is not partisan; Democrats have distanced themselves by advocating for tax increases and policies that prioritize illegal immigration over American citizens. The One Big Beautiful Bill fulfills Republican commitments to lower taxes and secure borders.
MYTH:
The One Big Beautiful Bill “border package is unnecessary since President Trump has already secured the border.”
FACT: To prevent any future crises similar to those experienced under the Biden administration, the One Big Beautiful Bill includes significant funding for border security, including finishing the wall and expanding resources to combat drug trafficking.
