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Voters remain skeptical of GOP tax overhaul, even among Trump voters
politics1 month ago

Voters remain skeptical of GOP tax overhaul, even among Trump voters

A Politico poll finds nearly half of Americans can’t explain the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (the GOP’s tax overhaul) and those who can say it mostly benefits others or the wealthy, not them. Few voters report personal gains, with wealthier respondents more likely to say they benefited. Trump voters are as likely as others to be unsure about the law. With rising costs and the Iran war dominating news, Republicans struggle to frame the tax cuts as relief for working families, while Democrats push attacks on wealthier benefits.

Withholding tweak could boost your take-home pay, says Scott Bessent
finance4 months ago

Withholding tweak could boost your take-home pay, says Scott Bessent

Treasury-related remarks from Scott Bessent urge workers to review and adjust their tax withholding to automatically increase take-home pay on a weekly or monthly basis, leveraging the Working Families Tax Cuts. The White House notes an improving refunds season (avg refunds over $3,400) with millions claiming deductions like No Tax on Tips, No Tax on Overtime, and senior benefits. For those with extra cash, the piece recommends deploying it prudently: invest in broad-market index funds (e.g., S&P 500), use micro-investing apps like Acorns, explore real estate crowdfunding (Mogul), and park funds in high-yield cash accounts (Wealthfront) with strong APYs and FDIC protection to grow wealth over time.

Dell Family Pledges $6 Billion for 'Trump Accounts' to Support U.S. Children

Dell Family Pledges $6 Billion for 'Trump Accounts' to Support U.S. Children

The Treasury and IRS announced upcoming regulations for Trump Accounts, a new type of IRA for eligible children, including details on contributions, investments, and distributions, with a pilot program offering a $1,000 contribution per eligible child, and plans to release a form for account setup and enrollment.