President Donald Trump on Thursday declared the United States the world’s “hottest” country after the House voted earlier in the morning by a vote of 219-213 to advance his tax cut and spending legislation.

“What a great night it was,” he posted on his Truth Social page. “One of the most consequential Bills ever. The USA is the ‘HOTTEST’ Country in the World, by far!!!”

A final vote for passing the bill was expected at some point Thursday, which would give the measure, if passed, time to beat a July 4 deadline the president has sought.

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