CNN 5 Things Trump in LA, deportations could hinder recovery efforts, new tourist tax & more
Jan 24, 2025
President Trump is linking federal disaster aid for California to controversial conditions. The rebuilding effort post-wildfires is complicated by a shortage of young American workers, raising concerns about mass deportations impacting construction timelines. Meanwhile, Californians might receive tax rebates from the IRS this month. Tensions also rise as legal disputes unfold around a suspect linked to a tragic crime in Idaho. Lastly, a European city experiments with a new tourist tax to support local initiatives.
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Politicized Disaster Relief
- President Trump is tying federal aid for California wildfires to demands like water release and voter ID requirements.
- This politicizes disaster relief in a state significantly impacted by the fires.
Deportations Hinder Recovery
- Many undocumented immigrants work in California's construction sector, crucial for rebuilding after wildfires.
- Mass deportations could hinder recovery efforts by increasing costs and timelines.
IRS Tax Rebate
- Check your mail for a letter from the IRS; you might be getting a tax rebate.
- The rebate is related to the 2021 recovery rebate credit for unclaimed stimulus payments.