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Navigating Tax Cuts and Political Dynamics

This chapter explores the contentious debate surrounding the potential extension of the Trump tax cuts enacted in 2017. Lawmakers grapple with the financial implications of tax reforms aimed at the working class while addressing the complexities of funding these initiatives amid a rising deficit. The discussion also highlights the ongoing controversy over state and local tax (SALT) deductions and the contrasting perspectives among lawmakers, particularly in high-tax states.

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