The Reason Roundtable

The GOP Budget Is Big, Bloated, B.S.

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May 19, 2025
The conversation kicks off with a sharp critique of Trump's proposed tax legislation and the questionable MAGA baby bond initiative. The hosts delve into how changes to the SALT deduction could benefit the wealthy while bugging fiscal responsibility. They discuss the potential implications of the Supreme Court's stance on birthright citizenship and tariffs' impact on consumers. There's a heated debate around economic inequality data and media portrayals of Biden's health, underscoring the need for transparency in governance. Cultural reflections round out the discussion.
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Critique of MAGA Baby Accounts

  • The MAGA baby accounts are new, complex entitlements promoting spending without clear fiscal discipline.
  • They risk increasing federal spending without effective behavior shaping, representing poor fiscal policy.
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Problem with Temporary Tax Cuts

  • Temporary tax breaks undercut investment incentives by creating legal uncertainty.
  • True pro-growth policy needs permanence for stability and confidence.
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SalT Deduction Favours Wealthy

  • Increasing the SALT deduction cap mainly benefits wealthy individuals in high-tax blue states.
  • Restoring large SALT deductions undermines fiscal responsibility and tax fairness.
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