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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.
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