Republicans, who control both chambers of Congress, were divided over how much to cut welfare programmes to extend tax breaks.
The US Senate on Monday began voting on a massive spending plan, dubbed the "big, beautiful bill" after weeks of contentious negotiations.
Republicans, who control both chambers of Congress, were divided over how much to cut welfare programmes to extend tax breaks.
President Donald Trump wants Congress to pass the bill by July 4.
After the House of Representatives passed its version of the bill last month by a single vote, the legislation went to the Senate.
Because of the changes made by the Senate, the bill will go back to the House for another vote.
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