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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Joe Sommerlad

Republican says America’s wealthiest should get more government support

  • Wisconsin Republican Representative Glenn Grothman said during an economic panel that Congress "should do a little more" to assist wealthy Americans.
  • Grothman defended President Donald Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" tax and spending initiative, insisting its main focus remains on aiding middle-class citizens.
  • The legislation passed with a narrow margin following a tie-breaking vote from Vice President JD Vance, despite fierce opposition over cuts to low-income assistance programmes.
  • Data analysis indicates the bill has added $4 trillion to the US national debt, leading to a significant drop in public approval regarding government spending.
  • Grothman will face Democratic challenger Brad Smith in the upcoming mid-term elections.

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