### Senate Faces Division Over President Trump's Economic Bill

President Trump's ambitious economic proposal, dubbed the "big, beautiful bill," stirred significant debate among Republican senators on Sunday. While some perceive the bill as a catalyst for exceptional economic growth, others fear it could lead to a substantial increase in the national debt.

The bill, which seeks to catalyze growth through significant spending measures, faces scrutiny from Senate Republicans known for their stringent fiscal policies. Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.), a recognized fiscal conservative, has voiced doubts about the bill's spending, suggesting that his group could halt the legislation unless serious measures are taken to curb spending and reduce the deficit.

Supporters of the bill, like Johnson, who believes it could be signed by July 4, argue that the bill includes historic and significant spending cuts. He mentioned that critics, including notable figures like billionaire Elon Musk, overlook these cuts. However, opponents such as Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) argue that the numbers don't add up, as the proposed new spending considerably exceeds the identified cuts.

According to projections, the bill could inflate the national deficit by $3 trillion to $5 trillion over the next decade, overshadowing the cuts identified by the Department of Government Efficiency. This prompted significant backlash at town halls and public events where bill supporters faced anger from constituents.

The House narrowly passed the legislation after intense infighting among Republicans, and it now moves to the Senate, where further modifications are anticipated. Senate GOP members have been privately cautioned by Johnson about the potential impact on the deficit.

President Trump has expressed unwavering confidence in the bill, declaring himself the foremost fiscal hawk in Washington. However, the bill's potential to enlarge the deficit continues to worry long-term deficit hawks, compounding the fears of a looming fiscal crisis in the United States.