The White House served as command center Thursday for President Trump’s latest effort to rally support for his tax and spending legislation, with congressional leaders and cabinet members participating in high-stakes negotiations. The meeting underscores the critical role of moderate Republicans in determining the bill’s fate.

Trump’s legislation represents a significant expansion of tax relief, extending previous cuts while introducing new reductions and substantial immigration enforcement funding. The president’s appeal featured everyday Americans as beneficiaries, including law enforcement officers and working parents, while calling for direct constituent engagement with lawmakers.

Senate Republicans face challenging dynamics, with moderate members like Lisa Murkowski and Thom Tillis expressing reservations about the current legislative text. Their votes could prove decisive in a chamber where Republicans hold only a narrow majority and cannot afford significant defections.

The opposition has intensified attacks on healthcare provisions, particularly Medicaid funding cuts that could affect millions of Americans. Democrats celebrated a recent parliamentarian ruling that blocked certain tax changes, viewing it as momentum in their campaign against what they characterize as prioritizing wealthy interests over healthcare access.