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Trump cancels plans to sign housing bill, in latest sign of tension with his party
By Sam Gringlas | NPR at LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio)
· June 24, 2026
· 8 min read
Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., watches as President Trump speaks to the media as they arrive at the Capitol on Wednesday.(Andrew Harnik / Getty Images)
Roughly an hour before President Donald Trump was set to sign bipartisan housing legislation on Capitol Hill alongside the Republican...
Key takeaway , watches as President Trump speaks to the media as they arrive at the Capitol on Wednesday.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The collapse of the bipartisan housing bill signing in Washington has significant implications for Los Angeles , where affordable housing is a pressing concern. The city's residents are already struggling with skyrocketing housing costs and a severe shortage of affordable units. The failure to pass this legislation means that Angelenos will have to wait even longer for relief, exacerbating the city's housing crisis. Furthermore, the infighting between President Trump and Senate Republicans may embolden local lawmakers to take a more independent stance on housing issues, potentially leading to new initiatives and solutions tailored to Los Angeles' specific needs. As the city grapples with the consequences of this failed bill, local leaders may need to explore alternative approaches to addressing the affordability crisis, such as increasing funding for affordable housing programs or implementing rent control measures.
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Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: LAist (KPCC / Southern California Public Radio) ·
Reading time: 8 min
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