• President Trump’s $4.9 trillion spending bill faces criticism for favoring the wealthy and harming middle- and low-income Americans, per a CBS News/YouGov poll.
  • The bill narrowly passed the House but is under Senate review, with concerns about its impact on healthcare, taxes, and national debt.
  • Critics warn the legislation could widen the wealth gap and strain essential services, while supporters claim it will reduce government spending and restore energy dominance.

The Dupree Report – A new CBS News/YouGov poll reveals that President Trump’s $4.9 trillion spending bill, dubbed the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” is under scrutiny for favoring wealthy individuals while raising concerns over its impact on middle- and low-income Americans. Passed narrowly in the House last month, the bill is now facing Senate review amid bipartisan criticism and debate over its long-term consequences for taxpayers and national debt.

Key Findings From CBS News/YouGov Poll

The poll, conducted from June 4 to June 6 with 2,428 adults, found that 60% of respondents believe the bill will primarily benefit wealthy individuals, while only 7% think it will harm them. Meanwhile, 47% said it would hurt middle-class Americans, and 54% believe it will negatively impact low-income individuals. By contrast, just 31% think the bill will help either group. The poll has a margin of error of +/- 2.4 percentage points.

House Passage and Bill Details

The 1,000-plus-page bill narrowly passed the House in May with a 215-214 vote. Two Republican lawmakers, Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky and Rep. Warren Davidson of Ohio, joined all House Democrats in opposing the legislation. The bill includes $4.9 trillion in tax cuts, budget reductions, and new work requirements for Medicaid recipients. According to the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO), the legislation would add $2.4 trillion to the national debt while slashing taxes by $3.75 trillion.

House Speaker Mike Johnson called the bill “generational, truly nation-shaping legislation” during a press conference. Johnson highlighted its goals of reducing government spending, lowering taxes, and restoring what he described as “American energy dominance.”

President Trump also urged Senate Republicans to act quickly. “It’s time for our friends in the United States Senate to get to work and send this Bill to my desk AS SOON AS POSSIBLE!” he wrote on Truth Social.

Criticism From Lawmakers and Experts

The bill has drawn criticism from both sides of the political aisle. Senator Elizabeth Warren called the legislation a “disgusting abomination,” citing the CBO’s findings that it would increase national debt while cutting essential services like Medicaid. In a statement, Warren argued, “This bill will rip health care away from millions of people and still jack up the debt to fund trillions in tax breaks for billionaires.”

Mark Shanahan, a political expert at the University of Surrey, criticized the economic philosophy behind the bill. “This continues the direction Trump began in his first term—reducing taxes and regulations for the wealthiest Americans in the hope of trickle-down benefits. It didn’t work from 2017-2021, and there’s little sign it will this time,” Shanahan told Newsweek.

Some Senate Republicans are reportedly concerned about the bill’s impact on upcoming elections. Vulnerable senators like Thom Tillis of North Carolina and Susan Collins of Maine could face pressure from lobbying groups to oppose the legislation, according to Shanahan.

Broader Implications and Senate Debate

As the Senate debates the bill with a July 4 deadline in sight, only a few GOP defections could derail its passage. Republicans hold a narrow 53-47 majority in the Senate, leaving little room for dissent. Senator Ted Cruz expressed confidence in the legislation’s future, saying on Fox News, “We will get it done. It’s going to be bumpy, it’s going to be messy, but we will get it done.”

Critics argue the bill disproportionately benefits billionaires and large corporations at the expense of working-class Americans. The legislation’s Medicaid work requirements and deep budget cuts have sparked concerns about access to healthcare and social services for vulnerable populations. At the same time, its massive tax cuts are projected to further widen the wealth gap, raising questions about fiscal responsibility and economic equity.

What’s Next?

The Senate is expected to propose amendments to the bill before sending it back to the House or to President Trump’s desk. As negotiations continue, watchdog groups, lawmakers, and advocacy organizations will closely monitor the process to ensure transparency and accountability. With national debt and election integrity at stake, the debate over the “One Big Beautiful Bill” will likely shape the political landscape heading into the next election cycle.

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