Trump Signals He’s Open to Multiple Budget Bills After Earlier Endorsing Single Bill Approach

Trump had previously said he wanted ‘one, big, beautiful bill,’ but indicated on Feb. 21 that he would accept multiple bills if necessary.

President Donald Trump gestures as he takes a question from a reporter in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington on Feb. 12, 2025. Andrew Harnik/Getty Images

WASHINGTON—President Donald Trump on Feb. 21 said he was open to multiple budget bills to fund his policy initiatives after earlier this week endorsing a one-bill approach adopted by the House Republicans.

His remarks came hours after Senate Republicans passed a budget blueprint that calls for two bills to implement Trump’s agenda. The Senate version has been cast as a backup plan in case House Republicans are unable to pass their bill.