Big Beautiful Bill
Coverage of Big Beautiful Bill in the Nexus archive.
- Judge tosses Trump bid to restrict renewable energy tax credits
A federal judge rejected the Trump administration's attempt to limit tax credits for wind and solar energy, a decision seen as a win for renewable energy supporters. However, the ruling occurs near a deadline for phasing out the credits under the Republicans’ 'Big Beautiful Bill,' leaving uncertainty about its long-term impact.
- Trump's 'big beautiful bill' has a 'double taxation' trap for top earners, tax lawyers say
Trump's 'big beautiful bill' includes a potential 'double taxation' issue for top earners, according to tax lawyers. A new guide from Congress' tax policy staff highlights that trust income could be taxed twice under the proposed changes.
- SNAP Faces $187 Billion in Cuts. Who Is Paying the Price?
SNAP benefits, a vital lifeline for low-income families, face $187 billion in cuts due to President Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill,' leading to millions losing access. Harvard's Sara Naomi Bleich discusses the implications of these cuts.
- Republicans can win the midterms if they just stop underselling success
Republicans entering the 2026 midterms have a record of accomplishments including tax cuts and economic policies like the 'Big Beautiful Bill,' which passed without Democratic support. The article criticizes Democrats for focusing on controversial policies and failing to address their 2024 election loss, while urging Republicans to highlight their legislative successes.
- Trump’s energy initiatives may finally extract America from Mideast chaos
Trump's energy initiatives aim to reduce U.S. reliance on Middle Eastern oil through increased domestic production and imports from Canada, Mexico, and Venezuela. The U.S. produces 13.6 million barrels of crude daily and imports 18 million, nearing energy independence as shale drilling efficiency improves and new reserves are tapped.
- At least 3.5 million people have lost food stamp access as Trump's 'big beautiful bill' cuts take effect, analysis finds
At least 3.5 million people have lost access to food stamps due to cuts from Trump's 'big beautiful bill'. The analysis shows these cuts are occurring as Americans face higher costs, impacting Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits.
- Nebraska becomes first U.S. state to enact Medicaid work requirements
Nebraska has become the first U.S. state to enact Medicaid work requirements under the 'big beautiful bill,' which mandates all states to implement such requirements by January 2027. Experts caution that this policy could result in millions losing health coverage.