Now That They've Passed A Budget Plan, The Hard Part Begins For Republicans

Republicans narrowly got their budget plan over the finish line . Now comes the hard part.

The resolution adopted this week was only a first step that allows Republicans to draft legislation that they can push through Congress without Democratic support. Next, they begin crafting a final bill with enough spending cuts to satisfy those on the right while not jeopardizing the reelection prospects of more vulnerable lawmakers whose constituents rely on key safety net programs.

With thin majorities in the House and Senate, Republicans can afford to lose hardly any votes from their side of the aisle as they draft legislation, giving every individual lawmaker leverage over the process.

"It's going to take all of us to get it done," said House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-La.

The road ahead is daunting.