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In response to claims that cutting government spending will lead to economic prosperity, it’s vital to look at what this “One Big Beautiful Bill” really does. Rather than offering relief to working families, the bill largely shifts money away from those struggling to make ends meet, and instead it moves the money upward to those in upper income brackets. Analyses show that while many programs designed to help lower-income families are being cut, tax breaks would boost the pockets of top earners and corporations—even as the poorest communities see a decline in their resources. (S. Zhang, Truthout, 5/21/25; D. Hyatt, Investopedia, 5/22/25.)

Fiscal irresponsibility is another huge issue. Rather than really saving money, the projected tax cuts, combined with increased spending included in the bill, are estimated to add nearly $3.8 trillion to the national debt over the next decade. This ballooning deficit means that down the road, cuts and reductions in other vital areas will be forced upon the public. (G. Petras & J. Borrensen, USA Today, 5/21 & 23, 2025; N. Russell, USA Today, 5/22/25)

The impact on healthcare and social services is dire. Essential programs like Medicaid and SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), which millions rely on for health coverage and food support, will face severe cuts. Instead of creating a more secure future, these policies risk leaving vulnerable populations without a safety net—deepening economic inequality and making it even harder for working families to thrive. (National Health Law Program, 5/22/25; S. Zhang, Truthout, 5/21/25)

In conclusion, while being described as a pathway to fiscal discipline and a “Golden Age,” this bill instead redistributes wealth upwards and cuts essential public services. These changes could have long-lasting negative effects on everyday Americans.

Naomi Ludman,

Dowagiac