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The Treasury Department has released a list of 68 jobs eligible for a new tax deduction under President Trump's 'no tax on tips' pledge, covering various sectors including food service, entertainment, hospitality, home services, personal care, recreation, and transportation, with regulations to be published soon.
The article discusses the political implications of Donald Trump's recent sweeping bill, which includes tax cuts, healthcare reforms, and immigration enforcement, highlighting the contrasting reactions from Democrats and Republicans as they campaign for the upcoming elections, with Democrats criticizing the bill's impact on healthcare and safety net programs, and Republicans emphasizing its benefits for working-class Americans.
Representative Mike Flood faced intense heckling and boos from a crowd at a town hall in Nebraska over his support for President Trump's controversial domestic policy bill, highlighting the growing challenges Republicans face in engaging with constituents on unpopular legislation amid heightened political polarization.
President Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act proposes significant cuts to SNAP, the largest anti-hunger program in the U.S., which could threaten the survival of small, independent grocery stores, especially in rural areas, by reducing their primary customer base and economic activity, potentially leading to increased food deserts and job losses.
Some Republicans are now calling to reverse a gambling tax hike included in Trump's megabill, which reduces the deduction on wagering losses from 100% to 90% starting in 2026, citing concerns about its impact on the industry and fairness. The provision was added quickly and without much awareness among lawmakers, and efforts to undo it are facing resistance from Senate leaders and the White House.
Three rural Michigan hospitals are at high risk of closing due to federal Medicaid funding cuts from the recent 'Big Beautiful Bill,' which could significantly impact healthcare access in the region, with experts warning of broader consequences for rural hospitals nationwide.
Wyoming's politicians praise Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' for supporting fossil fuels but criticize its impact on wind and solar energy, which face accelerated tax credit phase-outs that threaten future projects, potentially leading to higher electricity costs and job losses in renewable sectors.
Senator Thom Tillis discussed his opposition to President Trump's new bill in an exclusive CNN interview, highlighting the political controversy surrounding the legislation.
The recent tax bill passed by President Trump is projected to benefit higher-income households significantly, with the top decile gaining an average of $12,044 annually, while the lowest-income households are expected to lose an average of $1,559 per year, according to the Congressional Budget Office, which also highlighted potential impacts on social benefits for certain low-income groups.
The recently passed 'Big, Beautiful Bill' by President Trump is projected to benefit higher-income households significantly while causing some losses for the lowest income groups, particularly those in the bottom three deciles, due to impacts on social programs and tax changes. The bill is expected to increase household resources for the top decile by over $12,000 annually, whereas the lowest decile could lose around $1,559 per year, with effects lasting until 2034.
Elon Musk and Tesla are facing significant challenges due to Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill,' which removes key subsidies like the $7,500 federal tax credit and penalties for emission violations, potentially causing Tesla to lose revenue and profit, especially in the US market. Musk's late realization of these impacts and the bill's broader implications could lead to financial struggles for Tesla and increased political risks for Musk.
President Trump's tax and spending bill initiates nearly $1 trillion in Medicaid and health policy cuts that will mostly take effect after the 2024 midterm elections, with some changes like premium increases and Medicaid restrictions occurring sooner, creating a delayed impact that complicates political messaging.
Elon Musk publicly supported Sen. Rand Paul's criticism of Trump's recent spending bill, which is projected to significantly increase U.S. debt and includes cuts to renewable energy programs, amid ongoing tensions and Musk's previous opposition to the bill.
The House passed Trump's tax and spending bill, sparking outrage among Democrats due to its implications for increased immigration enforcement, cuts to social security, and a significant rise in the deficit, with critics calling it a 'corrupt kleptocracy.' The bill also intensifies deportation efforts and cuts social welfare programs, while adding $3.3 trillion to the national debt.
The bill signed by President Trump includes lesser-known provisions such as relocating the space shuttle Discovery to Houston, imposing fees on commercial space companies, reducing tax deductions for gamblers, funding a Kennedy Center makeover, and easing gun silencer regulations, among other state-specific and tax-related measures.