GOP Megabill Latest, Tax Cuts And Debt, Sean Combs Conviction

The Up First podcast episode for July 3rd covers several developing news stories. First, it discusses the Republican-led House's efforts to pass President Trump's tax and spending bill before the July 4th deadline, detailing the internal conflicts and compromises within the Republican party, as well as the Democrats' opposition. Then, the podcast analyzes the potential economic impact of the bill, noting concerns from fiscal watchdogs about its contribution to the national debt and its limited economic benefits. Finally, the episode reports on the verdict in hip-hop mogul Sean Combs' federal criminal trial, including the charges, the jury's decision, and the implications of the verdict.