Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) recently ignited a spirited debate in the House of Representatives, delivering a scathing critique of a key provision within the Trump administration’s proposed tax bill: the elimination of taxes on tips. Labeling the initiative a “scam,” Ocasio-Cortez leveraged her unique background and personal experience to challenge […]
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How an empty North Carolina rural hospital explains a GOP senator’s vote against Trump’s tax bill
An abandoned medical facility in Williamston, North Carolina, stands as a stark, tangible symbol of the complex economic realities that can compel even steadfast Republican senators to diverge from their party’s most significant legislative endeavors. This empty North Carolina rural hospital serves as a poignant illustration of why Senator Thom […]
16 key provisions in Trump’s tax bill that passed the Senate
The United States Senate has successfully passed a pivotal tax bill championed by former President Donald Trump, introducing 16 key provisions set to reshape the landscape for American businesses and national economic policy. This legislative landmark signifies a substantial recalibration of the nation’s fiscal approach, designed with a clear emphasis […]
Republicans face unexpected obstacle in passing Trump tax bill: Weather delays
In an unforeseen twist that has captured the attention of Washington observers, Republicans in the United States Congress find themselves battling an unexpected and ironically non-political adversary in their quest to advance a cornerstone of their economic agenda: the proposed Trump tax bill. Rather than facing the usual legislative friction […]
5 ways Trump’s tax bill will limit health care access
The implications of former President Donald Trump’s tax bill extend far beyond simple fiscal adjustments, posing a significant and multi-faceted threat to healthcare access for millions of Americans. As spending cuts become poised to reshape the nation’s economic and social landscape, the U.S. healthcare system stands on the precipice of […]
The Latest: Senate passes Trump tax bill after turbulent all-night session
In a dramatic culmination of an intense overnight legislative session, the United States Senate narrowly approved President Donald Trump’s comprehensive tax breaks and spending cuts bill. The pivotal moment arrived with Vice President JD Vance casting the decisive tie-breaking vote, securing a significant victory for the former President’s long-standing legislative […]
Even Sky-High Income Tax Rates Won’t Stop the Relentless Rise of the Richest
The persistent ascent of the wealthiest segments of society appears to be an unyielding force, a trend that even significant shifts in fiscal frameworks, such as former President Donald Trump’s highly debated “One Big Beautiful Bill,” seem unable to fundamentally alter. While critics widely decried this legislation as an unprecedented […]
Senate vote-a-rama drags on into the night as Republicans race to pass Trump tax bill
The United States Senate is currently engulfed in a protracted and intense ‘vote-a-rama’ session, stretching deep into the night as Republican lawmakers are determined to usher through a significant tax bill initially championed by the Trump administration. This marathon legislative period underscores the high-stakes nature of fiscal policy debates within […]