When it comes to President Donald Trump’s much-discussed “big beautiful bill,” I have mixed feelings. On one hand, there are a number of aspects I find highly beneficial. Yet, there are glaring issues that can’t be ignored, especially the overwhelming financial burden it could impose. It’s hard to ignore the massive spending included in the bill, which stands to further inflate an already out-of-control national debt and federal deficit.
One of the more positive elements of the proposed legislation is the tax relief it promises. By eliminating income taxes on tips and overtime, millions of everyday Americans will feel the benefits. Additionally, the bill makes permanent the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which has undoubtedly helped many. A recent report from the Council of Economic Advisers reveals that, under the bill, families could see an increase in take-home pay of up to $13,300, with individual workers potentially gaining $11,600 more in wages. That’s a significant and tangible benefit for the average American, especially when compared to the actions of former President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris during their tenure.
However, while the tax cuts are a welcome relief, the financial toll of the bill is hard to overlook. The same plan that offers such benefits also carries a heavy price tag, adding to the already astronomical national debt. According to the Congressional Budget Office, the 2025 fiscal year is projected to see a deficit of $1.9 trillion. It’s impossible to ignore that a significant portion of the blame for this reckless spending falls on President Biden, whose administration set the stage for this current budget. But the reality now is that Republicans control the White House, the Senate, and the House, leaving them with no credible excuses for continuing to overspend. Trump’s bill, if passed, would add an additional $4 trillion to the debt.
Not all Republicans are blindly supporting this course of action. There are those, like Reps. Chip Roy of Texas, Andrew Clyde of Georgia, Josh Brecheen of Oklahoma, and Ralph Norman of South Carolina, who have consistently raised alarms about the fiscal irresponsibility of the bill, despite intense pressure from Trump and House leadership to fall in line. On May 20, Roy made his position clear, posting on X, “Congress doesn’t need to layer more central planning garbage on top of more garbage (blue state winners/losers, IRA subsidies, etc). We are bloated enough. And broke. Limit government spending, put money back in the pockets of hard-working Americans, and get the hell out of their way.”
I wholeheartedly agree with Rep. Roy’s sentiment. Cutting spending is not only essential for addressing the deficit, but it is also crucial for fostering economic growth. When the government steps back and allows the free market to function as it was intended, we stand a better chance of moving toward
