WASHINGTON — On Wednesday, former President Donald Trump voiced his strongest support to date for the House’s approach of advancing a single comprehensive bill to further his legislative goals. He urged the Senate to reconsider its alternative strategy involving two separate bills.

Trump shared his thoughts on Truth Social just a day prior to the GOP-led Senate’s planned vote on a budget resolution aimed at launching the process for several of Trump’s key policies. However, the Senate’s proposal is significantly narrower than that of the House, concentrating on immigration enforcement and boosting energy production, while it notably omits an extension of the Trump tax cuts, unlike the House plan.

In his post, Trump seemed to target Senate Budget Committee Chairman Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., who authored the Senate’s budget resolution and has been pushing for the chamber to take the lead during delays in the House’s discussions.

“The House and Senate are doing an AMAZING job collaborating as a unified and unstoppable TEAM. However, the Graham version of crucial legislation in question only implements parts of my FULL America First Agenda, while the House Resolution covers EVERYTHING!” Trump asserted in his post.

Trump added, “We need both chambers to pass the House Budget to jumpstart the reconciliation process, transitioning all our priorities into the concept of ONE BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL. This will undoubtedly MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!”

His statements follow recent lobbying efforts by House GOP leaders and various senior Republicans who encouraged Trump to publicly endorse the House budget resolution, according to a senior GOP source.

House Republican leaders have been mobilizing support among their members this week, but several moderate Republicans expressed indecision due to worries about potential Medicaid cuts, according to a concerned GOP lawmaker. Top Republicans are optimistic that Trump’s endorsement will persuade these hesitant members to unite.

“[@realDonaldTrump](https://x.com/SpeakerJohnson/status/1892227769603432607) is correct! House Republicans are striving to implement President Trump’s COMPLETE agenda — not just a fragment,” Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., who recently attended the Super Bowl with Trump and has been advocating for the House strategy, noted on X. “Let’s make it happen, @HouseGOP!”

Republicans within the White House and on Capitol Hill have been debating for over two months the best approach to pass Trump’s agenda, either as a single bill or broken into two. While Trump has indicated a preference for a consolidated approach, he has expressed willingness to accept either method.

Trump’s social media update arrived following the Senate’s narrow 50-47 vote to advance Graham’s budget resolution, which passed strictly along party lines, with Senator Rand Paul of Kentucky being the only Republican opposing it. This sets the stage for a “vote-a-rama” later this week where senators can propose amendments to the bill.

Graham’s streamlined budget proposal is pitched as a means to swiftly fulfill Trump’s need for additional funding to bolster immigration law enforcement and implement his plans for mass deportations. He has allied with Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., emphasizing the necessity for a two-track approach that delays tax reform.

Vice President JD Vance is set to join Senate Republicans at the Capitol for lunch on Wednesday to discuss forthcoming actions, senators have reported. The Senate remains “on track” for a vote on its budget resolution this week, pending the outcome of Vance’s meeting, confirmed Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso, R-Wyo.

A source familiar with the House discussions revealed concerns that if the Senate passes its budget this week, it could “jam” the House and accelerate the Senate’s plan.

Last week, the House voted 21-16 along party lines to pass a significant budget resolution, which advocates increased spending on immigration and military efforts, alongside $4.5 trillion in tax reductions partially offset by unspecified spending cuts. It also proposes a $4 trillion increase in the debt ceiling.

House GOP leaders intend to bring this budget to the floor for a vote when lawmakers reconvene next week following Trump’s endorsement.

Republican senators expressed surprise at Trump’s remarks, with Thune admitting to reporters, “I didn’t see that coming.”

A close ally of Trump, Senator Markwayne Mullin, R-Okla., indicated support for the idea of a “one big, beautiful, glamorous bill,” but emphasized the need for a contingency plan in case the House strategy fails.

“We also need alternative strategies. I believe Lindsey represents an alternative,” Mullin noted. “If the House can bring forth a cohesive bill supported by 218 members, we can rally 51 senators behind it to pass it. Nonetheless, they haven’t demonstrated that capability yet.”

Trump stirred further complications for congressional Republicans when he informed Fox News on Tuesday that his agenda would not include cuts to Medicaid.

“Medicare, Medicaid — none of that will be affected,” Trump stated.

The House Republicans’ budget proposal tasks the Energy and Commerce Committee with identifying $880 billion in deficit reductions, which involves spending less on Medicaid to reach that target.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., outlined the Democrats’ strategy to counter the Republican budget reconciliation effort this week, assuring that the party will present a united front against what they see as an attempt to favor the wealthy with tax breaks at the expense of middle-class assistance.

“They aim to provide tax cuts for their billionaire supporters while the working families of America bear the cost,” Schumer stated.

Democrats plan to propose amendments aimed at preventing tax cuts for the affluent and safeguarding benefits. Schumer detailed one amendment stating: “If even a single dollar is cut from Medicaid, no individual earning over $1 million should receive any tax reductions.”

“We’re putting these individuals on notice. This impacts their own constituents in various significant ways,” Schumer remarked. “The amendments will come back to haunt them in 2026. There’s considerable support for this; enthusiasm is high. It unifies our caucus across the spectrum, from Bernie [Sanders] to the most conservative members.”