President Donald Trump gave a convoluted speech on Tuesday, discussing a favor he did for an unnamed House Republican in exchange for a vote on the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. He mentioned that despite only having two negative votes, one of the Republicans he helped ultimately voted against the bill. The president seemed unfazed by the outcome, jokingly dismissing the situation as “another great move by Trump.”
The House Republican, later revealed to be Fitzpatrick, explained his decision to vote against the bill citing concerns over Senate amendments to Medicaid and other provisions that did not meet his standards. He emphasized his commitment to advocating for policies that are thoughtful, compassionate, and beneficial for the community.
Despite the lighthearted tone of Trump’s recounting of the events, social media reactions to the story were less enthusiastic.
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