The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a sweeping tax and spending package championed by President Donald Trump, marking a significant legislative victory for the administration.
Dubbed the "mega-bill," the legislation includes a broad range of measures: it would extend Trump-era tax cuts, eliminate federal taxes on tips, and boost funding for both the military and border security.
The bill now heads to the Senate, where its fate remains uncertain amid expected debate over its cost and scope.
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