Georgia Congressman Andrew Clyde changes his vote to support a reconciliation bill after receiving assurances that a $200 tax on gun silencers will be repealed. The revised legislation, praised by Clyde as a means to uphold Second Amendment rights, also incorporates new Medicaid work requirements and enhances the state and local tax deduction, solidifying support among House Republicans.
This shift helped the bill pass narrowly, with a vote of 215-214, as primarily Republican lawmakers rally behind key elements of former President Trump’s agenda. Clyde’s collaboration with GOP leadership appears pivotal in uniting party members, raising questions about the future trajectory of budget and healthcare discussions as many Democrats express serious concerns over the bill’s potential impacts.
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