Samantha Jacoby

Analyzing the true impact of Trump's tax plan on the economy, revealing how the wealthiest individuals and corporations were the primary beneficiaries, while most Americans saw no economic benefit. Discussion on the need for progressive tax policies and congressional action to address wealth inequality and failed promises of tax cuts. Exploring potential tax reforms in 2025 and debunking the myth of self-paying tax cuts.

Samantha Jacoby, Deputy Director of Federal Tax Policy at the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, dives into the implications of Trump's recent tax bills. She discusses how these policies have primarily benefited the ultra-wealthy while leaving working families struggling. The conversation highlights the missed promises of economic growth, the need for progressive tax reform by 2025, and the detrimental effects of trickle-down economics on income inequality and democracy. Jacoby's insights shed light on the urgent call for fiscal responsibility and equitable taxation.