Donald Trump Proposes Eliminating Taxes for Americans Earning Under $150,000
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick outlines Trump's tax plan, which includes removing taxes on tips, overtime, and Social Security contributions.
- President Donald Trump aims to abolish federal income taxes for individuals earning less than $150,000 annually, according to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick.
- The proposal would also eliminate taxes on tips, overtime pay, and Social Security contributions, as part of a broader tax reform strategy.
- The plan, which includes $4.5 trillion in tax cuts, has passed the Republican-led House of Representatives and awaits a Senate vote.
- Critics have raised concerns about the plan's fairness, potential economic impacts, and its constitutionality under equal protection principles.
- Supporters argue the policy could stimulate the economy and provide significant relief for middle-class Americans.