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American Focus > Blog > Politics > BREAKING: President Trump’s “Big, Beautiful” Bill FAILS in Committee After Five House Republicans Vote NO – Largest Tax Increase in American History Looms |
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BREAKING: President Trump’s “Big, Beautiful” Bill FAILS in Committee After Five House Republicans Vote NO – Largest Tax Increase in American History Looms |

Last updated: May 16, 2025 9:25 am
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BREAKING: President Trump’s “Big, Beautiful” Bill FAILS in Committee After Five House Republicans Vote NO – Largest Tax Increase in American History Looms |
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Trump’s Legislative Aspirations Hit a Snag

The Trump administration’s agenda has encountered a significant hurdle today, as a small faction of Republican lawmakers turned against a pivotal bill designed to advance its objectives, resulting in a committee vote that has sent shockwaves through GOP ranks. The specter of the largest tax increase in American history now looms ominously unless a swift reversal occurs within the party.

Recent reports from indicate that the House Republicans on the Ways and Means Committee, under the leadership of Chairman Jason Smith (R-MO), had previously unveiled an ambitious new tax reform initiative dubbed “The One, Big, Beautiful Bill.” This legislation, which enjoys substantial endorsement from President Donald Trump, aims to implement historic tax cuts benefiting American families, workers, and small businesses alike.

Spanning an impressive 389 pages, the bill is laden with pro-growth, America-First provisions reminiscent of the highly publicized 2017 Trump Tax Cuts, albeit this time fortified with additional enhancements. Among these are notable exclusions of taxes on tips and overtime, appealing directly to the economically vulnerable.

However, the optimism was short-lived as five Republican members of the House Budget Committee rejected the proposal, primarily citing concerns over its financial implications. The final tally was a disappointing 16-21 against the bill. The dissenting Republicans included:

  • Rep. Andrew Clyde of Georgia
  • Rep. Chip Roy of Texas
  • Rep. Josh Brecheen of Oklahoma
  • Rep. Ralph Norman of South Carolina
  • Rep. Lloyd Smucker of Pennsylvania

THE HOUSE BUDGET COMMITTEE has voted down the reconciliation bill.

Vote was 16-21.

Clyde, Roy, Brecheen, Norman and Smucker all voted no. Smucker changed his vote

— Jake Sherman (@JakeSherman) May 16, 2025

As the dust settles, Rep. Jodey Arrington (R-TX) noted that the committee is unlikely to reconvene today, leaving the bill’s future in limbo.

JODEY ARRINGTON says at close of the hearing: “I do not anticipate us coming back today.”

— Jake Sherman (@JakeSherman) May 16, 2025

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