<h1>Senate Republicans rush massive tax package with healthcare cuts before holiday deadline</h1> The Senate held a rare weekend session as Republicans rushed to pass the President's tax and spending package before a July 4 deadline. The Vice-President arrived to potentially break tie votes as several Republican senators opposed proceeding with debate. The 940-page bill extends tax breaks worth $3.8 trillion while cutting Medicaid, food stamps, and other programs to offset costs. It includes $350 billion for national security and deportation efforts. Internal GOP opposition emerged over healthcare cuts and debt ceiling increases, with some senators citing concerns about eliminating coverage for hundreds of thousands. A former top aide criticized the legislation as destructive to jobs and strategic interests.