Budzinski Statement on Republicans’ Betrayal of Working Families

<p>Today,&nbsp;<strong>Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (IL-13)&nbsp;</strong>released the following statement after voting NO on President Trump’s&nbsp;<em>Big, Beautiful Bill</em>, H.R. 1. House Republicans voted to pass the bill and send it to President Trump’s desk to be signed into law.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Today, House Republicans officially pledged their loyalty to the billionaire class, delivering a profound betrayal to hardworking American families. From the very beginning, I have been clear about how devastating this bill is for our country — for single mothers relying on SNAP, for children dependent on Medicaid, and for everyone&nbsp;<em>except</em>&nbsp;the ultra-wealthy. It’s the working class who deserve tax relief — not billionaires. Democrats fought tirelessly to block this bill, but not enough Republicans were willing to defend their communities from these cuts. I will continue standing firm to protect my district and the American people as this administration turns its back on them.”</p>

<p>According to the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office, the law will increase the national deficit by more than $3 trillion over the next decade. Additionally, it is expected to cut 17 million Americans off their healthcare plans and eliminate or reduce food assistance for more than 3 million individuals, including seniors and veterans.&nbsp;The bill would also cost households making $23,000 a year or less about $1,600 annually, while families making over $700,000 a year will see a $12,000 increase in savings.</p>
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