White House slams Democrats and two Republicans for opposing Trump’s major tax and spending cuts bill passed 215–214.

White House Calls Dissenters ‘Radical and Out of Touch’

Following the razor-thin 215–214 House passage of President Donald Trump’s signature tax and spending reform package, the White House launched a sharp rebuke against Democrats and two Republican holdouts who voted against the legislation. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt described the Democratic Party as “more radical and out of touch than ever” and accused them of rejecting common-sense policies widely supported by the American public.

“Every single Democrat in the House of Representatives voted against all of these common-sense and massively popular policies,” Leavitt stated. “The one big, beautiful Bill is the final missing piece toward ushering the Golden Age of America.”

Leavitt praised the legislation for what she described as the largest middle-class tax cut in American history and a transformative reduction in federal spending. The bill is projected to cut $1.5 trillion in government expenditures, in response to a national debt exceeding $36 trillion and a $1.05 trillion budget shortfall for fiscal year 2025, according to Treasury data.

Highlighting border security as a central pillar of the legislation, Leavitt said it delivers “the largest border security investment in history.” This includes funding for one million annual removals of undocumented immigrants, continued construction of the border wall, and increased compensation for ICE and Border Patrol agents. “This is the largest deportation campaign ever,” she noted.

Trump Allies Urge GOP Unity Ahead of Senate Vote

Despite Republican support in the House, two GOP lawmakers — Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky and Rep. Warren Davidson of Ohio — joined Democrats in voting against the bill. When asked if Trump believes they should face primary challenges, Leavitt responded, “I believe he does.”

Leavitt criticized the dissenting Republicans for what she called political grandstanding, warning that their opposition risked undermining both party unity and the country’s economic stability. “What’s the alternative? Did they want to see a tax hike? Did they want to see our country go bankrupt?” she asked.

Leavitt reiterated that Trump remains the “unequivocal leader of the Republican Party,” adding, “He’s not just a president for Republicans, but for all Americans.” She claimed Trump’s approval rating is at an all-time high, attributing the support to his ability to deliver on promises and advance the interests of working Americans.

The White House urged the Senate to swiftly pass the bill and send it to Trump’s desk for signature, framing it as essential for restoring fiscal responsibility and national sovereignty. As the bill heads to the upper chamber, pressure is mounting on Republican senators to align with Trump’s agenda and avoid internal fractures that could stall the legislation.