The megalaw reduces the number of federal student loan repayment options and places a cap on how much individuals can can borrow for higher education.

Santa Clara County officials fear that Republicans’ “big, beautiful bill” will rip a “seismic tear” in the country’s social safety net as they brace for more than $1 billion in lost federal revenues locally over the next few years.

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Republicans are already filling out their wish lists for what they want included in a second "big, beautiful bill.”

The "big, beautiful bill" signed into law​ by President Trump last week will allow him to dramatically expand his immigration crackdown.

House Speaker Johnson says President Trump's "big, beautiful bill" will help the GOP in the midterms. Key Senate races are now in the spotlight as Republicans aim to hold their slim majority in 2026.