In a major legislative milestone, the US Senate has passed former President Donald Trump’s ambitious “Mega Bill,” a sweeping policy package covering immigration, trade, energy, and defense reforms. The bill, long championed by Trump and his allies, cleared the Senate following intense partisan debate, marking a pivotal moment in shaping America’s domestic and foreign policy trajectory.
The Mega Bill introduces stringent immigration controls, including expanded border enforcement measures and revisions to asylum procedures. It also aims to reduce dependency on foreign energy through large-scale investments in fossil fuels and nuclear power, while rolling back several environmental regulations enacted under previous administrations.
On the economic front, the bill introduces new tariffs aimed at boosting American manufacturing and imposes tougher restrictions on Chinese imports. It also includes provisions for increased defense spending and a restructuring of US global military commitments, with a strong focus on countering Iran and bolstering Israel’s strategic position.
Democrats have strongly opposed several elements of the bill, particularly those related to environmental rollbacks and immigration restrictions. Civil rights groups have also expressed concerns over the bill’s potential to infringe on migrants’ rights and worsen humanitarian conditions at the US-Mexico border.
Despite the backlash, Trump hailed the Senate vote as “a victory for real American values,” reaffirming his vision of a more self-reliant and assertive United States on the global stage.
The bill now awaits approval in the House of Representatives, where it is expected to face further scrutiny and possible amendments.
