Poll: Economists Unanimous That Debt Would Balloon Under GOP Tax Plan
A poll found that 38 economists agree the GOP tax plan will not pay for itself through growth. In fact, they're doubtful that growth will happen anyway.
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CBO: Repealing Health Coverage Mandate Would Save $338 Billion
Republicans have been toying with repealing the Affordable Care Act insurance mandate in their tax bill. The Congressional Budget Office says that would save money but make coverage much more costly.
SALT Reduction Becomes Major Sticking Point In Tax Overhaul. So What Is SALT?
The Trump administration and congressional leaders want to close a popular tax break, but they're getting resistance from some fellow Republicans.
Trump's Tax Plan Has Echoes Of The Kansas Tax Cut Experiment
Republican Gov. Sam Brownback said the 2012 tax cuts would deliver a "shot of adrenaline" to the state's economy. Instead, revenues crashed, spending cuts, borrowing and accounting tricks followed.
Trump Administration Vows 'Biggest Tax Cut,' 'Largest' Overhaul In History
The White House is issuing tax-plan guidelines today. It's not likely to get taken up soon, but Trump's Treasury secretary is pledging to move quickly — and to achieve 3 percent growth.
Almost 100 Days In, 'Trumpism' Is Still Not Clearly Defined
Donald Trump is a man who's made a life out of branding. But as president, the brand is muddled — is he a protectionist looking out for the little guy or has he gone "mainstream"?