Trump Declares Stronger Grip on GOP After Reconciliation Win
He underscored his enforcement of party unity by threatening primaries for dissenters
Overview
- Trump celebrated the narrow passage of the $4.5 trillion “One Big Beautiful Bill” through budget reconciliation
- He asserted he now wields more authority within the GOP than during his first term thanks to recent legislative success
- Trump praised Senate Majority Leader John Thune’s role in advancing the measure
- He threatened to endorse primary challenges against House Republicans who opposed the bill, including Rep. Thomas Massie
- He confirmed a July 4 White House signing ceremony complete with B-2, F-22 and F-35 flyovers