Elon Musk de De Cut has become codified by Congress
President Trump has asked Congress to curb Doge’s $9.4 billion federal funding. Lawmakers need to make that happen until July 18th.
WASHINGTON – The D-Minnesota Senator was hospitalized on July 16, her office said in a statement in a statement and expected vote in the Senate over President Donald Trump’s $9 billion spending cut.
“While working at Capitol today, Senator Smith began to feel sick,” her staff said. “She recommended that she go to the Capitol doctors and get a more thorough examination at Golden Week Hospital.”
“From the abundant attention they keep her overnight for observation. She hopes to return to work soon.”
The absence of the Minnesota Democrat means they won’t vote for a package that cuts funds for foreign aid and public broadcasting, currently under consideration in the Upper Chamber.
Senate majority leader John Tune works with a narrow majority in his efforts to see the law across the finish line. With Vice President JD Vance defeating the 50-50 tie and still successful, he was expected to lose only three Republicans to the opposition.
Smith’s hospitalization could mean that after all, Vance is not needed.
The Senate has won votes for the Marathon Series ahead of the final decision on spending cuts expected late July 16 or early the following morning.

