Byron Donalds Discusses Trump’s Role in the Passage of the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’
Today, Republican Representative Byron Donalds from Florida graced the screens of FOX News to elaborate on how former President Trump collaborated with GOP members to seal the deal on what’s being dubbed the Big Beautiful Bill.
While the process seemed precarious at times last night, the team ultimately crossed the finish line.
Donalds emphasized Trump’s active involvement behind the scenes, ensuring that fellow Republicans felt confident and secure in their support for the legislation.
The Daily Caller provides further insights:
The House of Representatives successfully sent Trump’s “big, beautiful” bill for his signature on Thursday, with only two Republicans—Thomas Massie from Kentucky and Brian Fitzpatrick from Pennsylvania—voting against it alongside House Democrats. On “The Story with Martha MacCallum,” Donalds praised Trump’s meticulous approach and business-like leadership style for uniting Republicans around the bill.
“I was involved in many of these discussions, and the president showed a keen focus on the specifics of the legislation—tracking where all the components were positioned,” Donalds remarked. “Many of my colleagues were genuinely impressed by the president’s willingness to engage and ensure they were at ease with the details.”
“Ultimately, Donald Trump is a businessman, folks. He knows how to wield both the carrot and the stick as necessary,” he added. “His goal is straightforward: to achieve the mission. Many colleagues observed how Trump took the lead within the Republican conference to fulfill the commitments made during last year’s election. We succeeded in that endeavor.”
To catch the full breakdown, watch the video:
NEW: Byron Donalds breaks down how Trump “CLOSED THIS DEAL” on his “Big, Beautiful Bill”
“I was a part of a lot of these conversations and, yeah, the president came in very focused on the details of the legislation — where all the pieces were moving.”
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This legislative win is a significant triumph for Trump. The palpable outrage from Democrats following the bill’s passage is a clear indicator of its impact.