mcconnell first step toward delivering massive tax cuts for the american people. let's get to griff jenkins with developments all about the hashtag. >> right down party lines. the senate passed budget framework 51-49 paving the way for the tax reform plan donald trump promises would be the largest tax cut in history. >> we completed the first step toward replacing our broken tax code by passing comprehensive fiscally responsible budget that will put the government on path to balance. the budget gives us the tools we need to strengthen our economy after years of stagnation under the previous administration. >> when mcconnell mentions tools the senate can use a special process known as budget reconciliation to avoid a democratic filibuster and pass