Senate Strikes New Deal
Washington, D.C. – Senate Republicans are taking decisive action to restore responsible government spending and support key American priorities. On Friday, Sen. Susan Collins (R-ME), chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced that the Senate will begin voting on a major funding package for fiscal year 2026—marking a victory for conservative leadership and the Trump administration’s return to fiscal discipline.
The comprehensive legislation includes full-year funding for:
- The Department of Veterans Affairs
- U.S. Agriculture and Rural Development
- Military construction and national defense infrastructure
- The Food and Drug Administration
- Legislative branch operations
Together, these bills total over $180 billion in targeted discretionary spending, with more than half dedicated to supporting America’s veterans and bolstering national security—top issues for millions of patriotic Americans.
A Win for Veterans, Farmers, and American Families
“This legislation reflects months of hard work and bipartisan negotiations. It prioritizes the needs of our veterans, our farmers, and our servicemembers,” said Collins on the Senate floor.
The plan includes essential veterans benefits, infrastructure projects in rural America, and vital upgrades to military facilities. It also ensures that the Food and Drug Administration is equipped to protect public health without expanding federal overreach.
Democrat Resistance Slows Progress
Despite the urgency, Democrat obstruction has complicated the process. Liberal lawmakers objected to President Trump’s commonsense proposal to relocate the FBI headquarters out of Washington—a move aimed at draining the swamp and reducing bureaucratic bloat.
Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) pushed back against the funding proposal, criticizing it for potentially expanding President Trump’s authority. She argued that Congress shouldn’t pass another continuing resolution, which she claimed would hand over even more control to Trump—further exposing the left’s resistance to transparency and conservative-led reform.
Conservatives Reject Short-Term Gimmicks
Republicans have made it clear: they will not accept another short-term continuing resolution (CR) that gives unelected federal agencies a blank check. These CRs often lead to wasteful spending, unchecked authority, and political gridlock—exactly what voters rejected in the last election.
Instead, the GOP is focused on passing clear, transparent, and targeted funding bills that serve the American people—not the Washington establishment.
Looking Ahead: More Funding Fights Coming
Congress is bracing for a broader budget battle when lawmakers return from August recess. Republicans hope to pass additional funding measures in September to prevent another Democrat-led shutdown showdown before the October 1st fiscal deadline.
With President Trump back in the White House and conservatives regaining control of the budget, this package is a strong step toward restoring fiscal sanity, rebuilding our military, and putting American taxpayers first.
