Tax reform
It's Time Republicans Helped Average Americans. That Starts With Taxing Me
Just this week, Senate Republicans demanded that the wealthiest Americans, including me, receive even more tax benefits. Here's the truth: That hasn't improved the economy, and it won't.
Trump Is 'Divorced from Facts,' Says New York Governor
"Why would you have assaulted the state of New York with a tax reform policy that raised our taxes?" Governor Andrew Cuomo asked.
Trump Boasts His Approval Rating Is 'Above Obama'
"I mean, I get nothing but bad publicity. I say, how is that possible," Trump said.
Robert Reich: The Shameful Silence of CEOs
CEOs of America's largest firms have the power to constrain the most dangerous, divisive, and anti-democratic president ever to occupy the Oval Office.
States File Lawsuit Claiming Obamacare Is Illegal
States claim that since Congress can't tax the individual mandates, Obamacare is now unconstitutional.
GOP Senator: Trump Budget Abandons Conservative Values
Limited-government conservatives have been abandoned by the Republican Congress.
Some Top Republicans Think Taxation As Bad as Slavery
Neil Buchanan writes that one prominent conservative thinks income taxes are like 'forced labor.'
Can Never-Trumpers Reclaim Hijacked Republican Party?
Neil Buchanan writes, Not if they swallow faith-based GOP economics like repaying the national debt.
Here's How GOP Tax Reform Is Affecting Big Retailers
After experiencing a dismal 2017, the retail sector is expected to continue announcing benefits from GOP tax reform.
Home Depot Co-Founder Slams Democrats on Tax Reform
Democrats "don't understand what happens," Bernie Marcus said, talking about the new tax law's impact.
Lost Tax Deduction That Undermines Civilized Government
The removal of SALT threatens the programs in blue states that make America fairer.
Walmart to Give Raises, Benefits After Tax Bill
The retail giant's CEO is thanking tax reform for "the opportunity to be more competitive globally."
'You All Just Got a Lot Richer' Trump Tells Rich Guests
President Trump told wealthy dinner guests at Mar-a-Lago, "You all just got a lot richer," after he signed the GOP tax bill into law on Friday.
Pence Laments Democratic Refusal To Back Tax Bill
"The American people want to see the Congress work together," Pence said.
Trump Mad His 'Meaningful' Tax Bill Not Being Praised
The House is poised to send the legislation to the president on Wednesday.
Trump Has 'Not At All' Helped Middle Class, Most Say
The new poll reflects a dip in confidence in Trump's policies for the middle class since he was inaugurated.
Trump Signs $700B Defense Bill With Funding Unclear
This could add a huge chunk to the national deficit.
Trump Gives Rich Donors Tax Cuts For Campaign Donations
A return on investment for tax reform benefits? Trump spends a day in New York meeting with wealthy donors for his 2020 campaign.
Will You Pay More or Less Tax Under Trump's Plan?
From a single teacher earning $50,000 to a small business person earning $250,000.
In the Long Run the Middle Class Will Be Taxed More
Republicans set up a plan so taxes will rise for many/most non-rich people before ten years.
NYC Mayor De Blasio Slammed For Misusing Taxpayer Money
He posted a slickly-produced video on Friday created by City Hall employees
Trump's Economic Adviser Reportedly Hung Up On Him
A top Trump adviser reportedly faked poor cell phone reception with the president in order to keep him from interrupting a meeting about taxes.
Abolition of State Tax Deduction Keeps NJ Tax in Check
Some GOP lawmakers from high tax states oppose the ending of the state and local tax deduction.
Three People Own Half the US, While One In Five Has Nil
Just 400 billionaires own $2.68 trillion. That's more wealth than the bottom two thirds of the U.S. population owns.
Tax Conundrum: A Trade-off Between Growth and Fairness
Taxation and regulation has shifted from maximizing the size of the pie to minimizing the gap between rich and poor.
GOP Tax Plan: Republicans Who Voted Against House Bill
Here are the 13 House Republicans who voted against GOP tax reform
US Companies Dodge $70 Bn a Year in Offshore Tax Havens
It isn't a victimless act when companies and the wealthy shield their money from governments.
Everything to Know About Trump Tax Plan for the Rich
GOP leaders try to rush through complicated tax code changes, inspiring a special-interest bacchanal the likes of which Washington has never seen.
Even More Tax Cuts for the Rich Isn't Tax Reform
Neil Buchanan writes that Republicans are determined to do something huuuuge about taxes. This isn't it.
Corporations Are King in GOP Tax Plan
Trump and his allies are aiming to shift the tax burden from businesses to individuals.