Trump’s Controversial Tax Bill Has Just Been Officially Signed Into Law

In a highly symbolic Independence Day move, Donald Trump has signed into law a sweeping economic bill that blends deep tax breaks, record military and immigration spending, and steep reductions to social programs.
Dubbed the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” the legislation signals a bold shift in U.S. policy — and a potential flashpoint heading into election season.
Pitched as a win for American workers, the bill cements tax cuts that overwhelmingly favor top earners, introduces new deductions for tips and overtime, and raises the estate tax exemption to unprecedented levels. Meanwhile, benefits such as Medicaid and food assistance face sharp cutbacks, with millions expected to lose coverage or support over the next decade.
A major portion of the bill directs hundreds of billions toward Trump’s security agenda. Tens of billions are allocated to expand the U.S.-Mexico border wall, scale up migrant detention capacity, and recruit thousands of new immigration agents. The White House describes the effort as the foundation for the “largest deportation operation in American history,” drawing both praise from conservatives and fierce condemnation from civil rights groups.
Energy and climate policy also take a sharp turn. Incentives for clean technologies and electric vehicles — introduced under the previous administration — are being phased out, while coal and oil producers gain new tax advantages. Environmental advocates warn this could stall progress on emissions targets and undermine the country’s green transition.
Although Trump has framed the bill as fiscally responsible, experts are raising alarms about its long-term cost. The legislation increases the national borrowing limit by $5 trillion, and watchdogs say rising interest payments will strain future budgets. While the administration claims the changes will boost growth and reduce deficits, most independent economists remain unconvinced.