WASHINGTON—The pressure is mounting for Republicans in Congress. They face a critical, high-stakes few weeks ahead as they work to resolve key challenges in advancing President Donald Trump’s legislative agenda. At the top of their list is making permanent the tax cuts enacted during the president’s first term.
This promise was a cornerstone of Trump’s 2024 campaign, but bringing it to life comes with hurdles. The price tag is hefty, and Republicans in both the House of Representatives and the Senate remain divided on how to fund it, all while striving to keep the budget balanced.
