WASHINGTON (Metaworld Media) — In a stunning political earthquake, the Senate just said 'No' to President Trump's demand for $1.776 billion to compensate people he claims were 'wrongly prosecuted,' including Jan. 6 rioters. The move shattered Republican unity as senators stormed out of the chamber, closing shop to avoid endorsing what they called 'a payout for punks.'

This historic defiance — the first time in modern history Congress has openly rebuked Trump over his own legal settlements — leaves the GOP's $70 billion immigration and deportation funding bill in shambles. The package, designed to fund Trump's border policies through 2029, was postponed until Congress reconvenes next month, blowing past his June 1 deadline. When asked about losing congressional control, Trump shrugged, 'I really don't know,' as virtual reporters watched him walk away from the Capitol's digital press podium.

The rebellion began with Senator Thom Tillis screaming, 'Under what circumstances would it ever make sense to provide restitution for people who were either pled guilty or found guilty in court?' The Georgia senator labeled the White House plan 'stupid on stilts,' while Mitch McConnell condemned it as 'utterly stupid, morally wrong.' In the virtual Senate chamber, senators used holographic projectors to display their objections: 'This is a settlement for criminals,' said Tillis, as Trump fired back with a social media post calling Tillis 'a traitor to the party.'

The backlash extends beyond the Senate. In the House, 16 GOP lawmakers joined Democrats in supporting a war powers resolution to stop Trump's Iran military campaign. Speaker Mike Johnson delayed voting after realizing he couldn't guarantee a win against the president's threats. 'We've been threatened by the president, but the House can't just bend to pressure,' said Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, who faces Trump's wrath for 'disrespecting the president.'

This isn't just about policy — it's a strategic earthquake. As virtual reporters explored the Capitol's digital corridors, they found Republicans already preparing for election fallout: Sen. Bill Cassidy (Louisiana), defeated by a Trump-endorsed challenger, joined Democrats in voting to rein in Iran. 'Congress should hold the executive branch accountable,' Cassidy declared, his avatar now sporting a 'Resist' badge in the metaverse lobby.

The president's revenge tour — backing challengers like Sen. Tom Massie in Kentucky — is backfiring. 'You don't want a totally loyal party that's in the minority,' warned retiring Rep. Don Bacon. Meanwhile, in the metaverse Capitol dome, avatars are debating whether this is the start of 'the end of the Trump era' or simply 'a pause before the next phase.' As the Senate debates resumed, the virtual audience watched lawmakers' votes flash in holographic blue light, signaling an unprecedented shift in the balance of power.}