Taxes

Trump’s Tariff Would Cost the Typical American Household Roughly $1,500 Each Year

Former President Donald Trump’s proposed tariff would raise prices for consumers and be far less effective at reinvigorating U.S. manufacturing than President Joe Biden’s approach.

The Biden Administration’s First 2 Years: Stories of Americans Who Benefit From a Government Invested in Their Future

This collection features stories from Americans across the country whose lives and communities have benefited from the legislative and executive actions passed under the Biden administration.

Atlanta Entrepreneur Wants Large Corporations To Pay Their Fair Share in Taxes

A Georgia small-business owner is eager for the Inflation Reduction Act to hold large corporations accountable and level the playing field for small businesses.

The Inflation Reduction Act Would Only Raise Taxes From Wall Street and Big Corporations

Contrary to critics’ claims, the Inflation Reduction Act would only increase taxes for large corporations and the wealthy while providing meaningful benefits for middle-income families across the country.

Sen. Rick Scott’s Tax Proposal Would Push Millions of Americans Into Poverty

Sen. Rick Scott’s proposed minimum income tax would have driven 18.5 million Americans into poverty in 2020.

It’s time to end tax deductions for anti-union activity

David Madland writes about why Congress must prohibit firms from deducting the costs of their anti-union activities from their corporate taxes.

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.

What’s Trending? Inflation and Greedy CEOs

What’s Trending? Truckers, Trump, and Taxing the Rich

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

Tax cuts for the wealthy could have covered the cost of investing in the nation’s deteriorating infrastructure.

The Tax Bill That Would Launch More Than 13,000 Yachts

This fall, the House majority is ignoring working families to focus on giving even more money to its wealthy donors.

The Tax Bill Will be an Albatross for House Republicans

Republicans can only blame themselves for their political misfortune when middle-class families see what their tax plan does.

Small Businesses and America Can’t Afford the Republican Tax Deal

Remarks by Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA)

How Trump and Congressional GOP Budgets Leave Behind the Forgotten Men and Women

The Art of the Pass-Through

Donald Trump’s tax plan doubles down on a tax trick that has helped big companies and the wealthy few avoid paying taxes.

A Progressive Agenda to Cut Poverty and Expand Opportunity

Sen. Rubio’s Child Tax Credit Is a Gift to Himself

Sen. Marco Rubio’s Child Tax Credit proposal isn’t as friendly to working families as he claims—cutting taxes for wealthier families, including his own.

The Best, Smartest, Most Tremendous Giveaway to the Wealthy Few

Donald Trump follows the GOP presidential primary field with a tax plan that promises even bigger gains for the richest Americans.

Jeb Bush Wants to Cut Taxes for Jeb Bush

The Jeb Bush tax plan would have cut Jeb Bush’s own taxes by nearly $800,000 in 2013 alone.

The Bush Tax Plan

Jeb Bush claims to support a “right to rise,” but his tax plan would keep the wealthy on top.

Understanding Amtrak and the Importance of Passenger Rail in the United States

The Winners and Losers of the Paul Ryan Budget

House Budget Committee Chairman Paul Ryan (R-WI) released his fiscal year 2015 budget, which means it’s time to play our favorite game: "Paul Ryan’s Winners and Losers."

Which Republican Party Are We Dealing With?

The Republican Party’s multiple personality disorder makes reaching congressional compromise on almost any issue a next-to-impossible task.

The Romney Tax Plan Still Doesn’t Add Up

Even with his new idea to limit itemized deductions, the Republican presidential candidate still gives a windfall to the top 1 percent.

Would Romney Really Kill Big Bird?

What does Gov. Romney’s proposal to eliminate the federal appropriation for public broadcasting actually mean for Big Bird’s livelihood?

Gov. Romney Doesn’t Shy Away from Specifics When It Comes to Increasing the National Debt

The Republican presidential candidate isn’t clear, however, on how he’d pay for his spending increases and tax cuts, which would balloon the deficit.

The Consequences of the Romney-Ryan Budget Plan on State and Local Budgets

The Romney-Ryan budget would have devastating consequences for every state in the union.

Doesn’t Gov. Romney Know Where Sequestration Came From?

The Republican presidential candidate’s Meet the Press comments are divorced from reality, legislative history, and the security needs of our nation.

Sheldon Adelson’s Return on Investment

Seth Hanlon explains how billionaire casino mogul Sheldon Adelson stands to benefit from Gov. Romney's proposed tax policies.

Romney Declares Corporate Loopholes Off the Table in Tax Reform

$1 trillion in corporate tax cuts would be paid for by reducing middle-class tax breaks, not corporate tax breaks, under Romney’s plan.

Rep. Ryan’s Undeserved Reputation for Fiscal Responsibility

Michael Linden parses the Republican vice-presidential nominee’s voting record to demonstrate that he supported a sea of red ink.

New Ryan Plan Would Harm Our Most Vulnerable Citizens

Melissa Boteach and Katie Wright demonstrate how the House Budget Committee chairman’s new proposal would increase hunger, cut jobs, and jeopardize economic security for millions of families, including our veterans.

Romney’s Tax Giveaways to Himself and the Rich

Michael Linden and Seth Hanlon explore Romney’s tax filings and tax plans to see how well he does compared to how poorly the middle class fair under our tax system.

The Biennial Budgeting and Appropriations Act of 2011

CAP Senior Fellow Scott Lilly testifies before the House Committee on Rules.

The Top 10 Most Shocking Aspects of Newt Gingrich’s Tax Plan—in Pictures

Ten charts and pictures from Michael Linden and Seth Hanlon illustrate how devastating Newt Gingrich’s tax plan would be for the middle class and the country as a whole.