Brian Fitzpatrick, a Pennsylvania Republican who is one of the most moderate in his party, was a surprising 'no' vote against advancing the bill. Unlike other Republicans who have voted 'no' and are now being courted in person by House Republican leaders, Fitzpatrick raced off the floor and away from the chamber after he voted no.

U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst's vote for President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill" could be a defining issue in her reelection race.

House Republicans muscled the “big, beautiful bill” through a procedural hurdle on the floor on Wednesday night, setting the legislation up for a final vote.