For GOP, tax bill’s most visible win may be averting failure
Even if
Approval of the tax bill seems certain, with House passage assured and two of the few potential
If the tax bill isn't approved, "the country's reaction is going to be, 'Why did we put you in in the first place?'" said
"Passing the tax bill is necessary but not sufficient for
Surveys this month have shown clear majorities oppose the legislation.
"It's daylight robbery," House Democratic leader
Senate Democratic leader
Other provisions give
The individual tax cuts expire in 2026 while corporate reductions are permanent. Especially over time, many families would see their taxes rise, not fall.
The bill's repeal of the Obama health law's tax penalty on people not buying coverage is expected to drive up insurance premiums by about 10 percent, according to the nonpartisan
"I'm convinced this is going to launch more investment in businesses and workers. I'm convinced this is going to give bigger paychecks, a simpler system," said House Speaker
"This legislation will bring real relief to the middle class by taking money out of
Trump told reporters Saturday that
Some
"Legislative success does not necessarily translate into political success. Just ask the
Part of that headwind could come from Trump, which worries many
"If we get some things done it'll maybe improve our chances, but the president's not making it any easier," said Rep.
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