Trump’s 'Big, Beautiful Bill' Hits Wall in House Amid Conservative Revolt

President Donald Trump’s ambitious legislative push, dubbed the 'big, beautiful bill,' hit a brick wall in the House of Representatives on Wednesday. The sweeping measure, which encapsulates Trump’s agenda on taxes, immigration, energy, defense, and the national debt, was poised for debate, but procedural hiccups and conservative pushback have left it in limbo.

House GOP leaders had their sights set on a rule vote to kickstart discussions, aiming for a final passage by late Wednesday or early Thursday. However, both weather delays and internal dissent scuttled those plans. As of early evening, the House floor remained paralyzed, with the critical vote still hanging in the balance. Lawmakers were sent back to their offices, awaiting further instructions.

The conservative wing, particularly members of the House Freedom Caucus, are flexing their muscle against the Senate’s version of the bill. Critics like Chairman Andy Harris (R-Md.) hinted at ongoing negotiations with the White House, quipping that 'the evening is so young' when asked if a deal was near. Meanwhile, Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) voiced frustration over last-minute Senate tweaks, especially the rapid rollback of green energy subsidies from Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act, and concerns over ballooning deficits.

Trump himself has been vocal, urging Republicans to deliver a bill to his desk by the Fourth of July, though he’s hinted at flexibility for a slight delay. Behind closed doors, Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought was spotted engaging with fiscal hawks, offering a terse 'making good progress' as he exited discussions.

With Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) able to afford only three defections on a party-line vote, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Johnson, ever optimistic, assured reporters, 'We’re going to get there tonight.' But as the clock ticks, the mutiny brewing among conservatives suggests this bill’s journey is far from over. Will Trump’s vision survive the House’s internal storm? Stay tuned.