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Debunking Sen. Rick Scott’s Claims About Taxpaying Americans
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Debunking Sen. Rick Scott’s Claims About Taxpaying Americans
Contrary to U.S. Sen. Rick Scott’s claims, Americans already have “skin in the game” when it comes to federal taxes.
Budget Reconciliation Is a Critical and Regularly Used Tool
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Budget Reconciliation Is a Critical and Regularly Used Tool
While both parties have used budget reconciliation for major priorities, Republicans have used it more aggressively to force through tax cuts.
The Economic Betrayal in Trump’s False Promises
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The Economic Betrayal in Trump’s False Promises
The past two years have showcased not only President Trump’s rigging of the U.S. economy, but also the unfulfilled economic promises he made to working Americans.
Opportunity Costs: Republican-Controlled Congress Chooses Tax Cuts Over Infrastructure Investments
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Opportunity Costs: Republican-Controlled Congress Chooses Tax Cuts Over Infrastructure Investments
Tax cuts for the wealthy could have covered the cost of investing in the nation’s deteriorating infrastructure.
President Trump on Track to Charge Taxpayers $237 Million for Golf Trips
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President Trump on Track to Charge Taxpayers $237 Million for Golf Trips
President Trump is spending the majority of August at his golf club in Bedminster, New Jersey, while his golf trips have already cost taxpayers at least $31.65 million.