Trump's Budget Showdown: $350 Billion Bill Faces Opposition, Medicaid Cuts Loom

President Trump's meeting with House Republicans on Tuesday centered around a crucial budget bill, which includes substantial funding for border security, defense, and deportation, as well as spending cuts. Trump voiced his displeasure with holdouts, stating that those who don't support his "big, beautiful bill" will be "knocked out so fast." House Speaker Johnson expressed confidence that his caucus will pass the bill. However, this could lead to 7.3 million people losing Medicaid coverage by 2034, according to the Congressional Budget Office. The bill also allocates $25 billion to a new defense initiative, "Golden Dome," a missile defense system that will cover the U.S. and Canada. The conflicting viewpoints and potential consequences make this a compelling news story.