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In a bizarre turn of events, a rift has emerged within the Republican party over a proposed amendment to the upcoming tax bill. The amendment, introduced by the enigmatic Representative Newton Gimmick, seeks to divert a portion of the federal government's science funding into the coffers of the national treasury.

"We've been funding science for decades, and what do we have to show for it? iPhones and electric cars," Gimmick ranted in an exclusive interview with our correspondent, his eyes alight with the fervor of a man who's just discovered that his microwave can also brew coffee. "It's high time we invest in what truly matters: the American spirit and our economy!"

The proposed amendment, known as the "Truth and Taxation Initiative," has sent shockwaves through the scientific community and environmentalists alike, who argue that defunding science in the face of mounting climate change concerns is akin to "shooting oneself in the foot while dancing on a volcano."

However, not all Republicans are on board with Gimmick's plan. A faction led by the eloquent Senator Vivian Bearing, a former biologist turned politician, has vocalized their opposition to the amendment. "Cutting science funding is like cutting off your nose to spite your face," Bearing opined during a heated debate on the Senate floor. "It's a short-sighted strategy that will inevitably lead to our downfall. I mean, who will we call when our crops are being destroyed by invasive species or when our bridges start collapsing due to lack of research on materials?"

The House of Representatives is currently in a state of uproar, with members from both sides of the aisle engaging in what can only be described as an intellectual wrestling match over the merits and drawbacks of the "Truth and Taxation Initiative."

Meanwhile, President Pax Americana, known for his unpredictable Twitter rants, has remained notably silent on the matter, fueling speculation that he is either deeply contemplating the implications of such a drastic move or simply too preoccupied with his latest golf score to notice.

As the debate continues, one thing is clear: the proposed amendment is not just a contentious issue within the Republican party, but a reflection of the larger discourse on the role of science and research in American society. Will the party unite in the face of fiscal responsibility, or will the pursuit of knowledge prevail? Only time will tell, but one thing's for certain: the next few weeks will be anything but dull in the halls of power.

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