The woman who could bust Trump's 'big beautiful bill'
Published: 6/26/2025

The Senate Parliamentarian, Elizabeth MacDonough, is embroiled in a controversy over objections to parts of President Trump's tax bill. Her ruling has thrown billions of dollars of cuts into doubt, delaying the bill's passage by the July 4 deadline. Some Republicans are calling for her removal, while others seek alternative means to pass the legislation. MacDonough's interpretations of Senate rules are seen as key factors in determining the fate of the "big, beautiful bill".