In a shocking turn of events, former President Donald Trump erupted in fury following a scathing roast by late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, moments after the House narrowly passed his controversial “big beautiful bill.” The bill, which passed by a razor-thin margin of 215 to 214, has already drawn fierce criticism for its sweeping cuts to vital social programs, including nearly $700 billion from Medicaid and significant impacts on education and đ€đ©đȘđđ„ nutrition.
Kimmel didnât hold back, quipping, “If this is the beautiful bill, I’d hate to see the ugly one,” as he dissected the billâs implications on live television. The backlash from within Trump’s own party was palpable, with one Republican likening the legislative process to “fueling a ship headed straight for an iceberg.” Even Elon Musk, once seen as a Trump ally, condemned the bill as a “disgusting abomination,” further isolating the former president.
In a desperate bid to rally support, Trump made a rare appearance on Capitol Hill, where he reportedly employed fierce tactics to persuade wavering Republicans. Eyewitness accounts described an intense closed-door meeting where Trump called out members by name and unleashed expletives to sway their votes. Despite the passage, the mood among Republicans was anything but celebratory, with dissent brewing over the bill’s implications for the national debt and social safety nets.
As Kimmelâs jabs resonated across social media, Trumpâs administration doubled down, with White House Press Secretary Caroline Leit affirming the president’s unwavering support for the bill. “This is one big beautiful bill, and he’s sticking to it,” she stated, despite the growing chorus of dissent.
With the Senate looming next, the fate of Trump’s ambitious legislation hangs in the balance, raising questions about whether it can withstand the scrutiny and opposition brewing both inside and outside the GOP. As America watches this political drama unfold, one thing is clear: the stakes are high, and the fallout from this legislation is far from over.