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Donald Trump proposes to raise income taxes on wealthy Americans

Last updated: May 8, 2025 4:51 pm
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In recent news, Donald Trump has proposed a surprising change to Republican tax policy. He’s suggesting raising taxes on the wealthiest Americans in order to fund broader tax breaks that are currently being debated in Congress. Specifically, Trump is considering increasing the tax rate on individuals earning more than $2.5 million a year to nearly 40 percent. This move is a departure from traditional Republican low-tax strategies and has sparked some controversy among right-wing groups.

The proposed tax increase is part of a larger fiscal package that Trump is hoping to pass this year. The package aims to extend the sweeping tax cuts that were implemented in 2017 but are set to expire next year. However, negotiations among Republican lawmakers have revealed disagreements on how to pay for these tax cuts and other measures in the package.

In addition to the tax increase for high earners, Trump is also exploring the possibility of ending the preferential tax treatment of hedge fund and private equity profits, known as “carried interest.” This potential change could have significant implications for Wall Street.

On the flip side, lawmakers are also considering raising the “Salt cap,” which would allow property owners to deduct up to $30,000 in state and local taxes from their federal tax bill. This adjustment could provide a substantial tax break for many affluent neighborhoods in the US.

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Overall, Trump’s tax proposals have received mixed reactions. While some believe that raising taxes on the wealthy is necessary to fund other tax cuts, others argue that it goes against conservative principles. Regardless, the discussions around tax policy are ongoing, and it remains to be seen how these proposals will ultimately play out.

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