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On 2025-07-29 14:18, pothead wrote:
> On 2025-07-29, Ken <Ken@invalid.com> wrote:
>> Alan wrote:
>>> On 2025-07-29 10:48, Ken wrote:
>>>> Alan wrote:
>>>>> On 2025-07-28 14:32, pothead wrote:
>>>>>> On 2025-07-28, Alan <nuh-uh@nope.com> wrote:
>>>>>>> On 2025-07-28 13:40, pothead wrote:
>>>>>>>> On 2025-07-28, Alan <nuh-uh@nope.com> wrote:
>>>>>>>>> On 2025-07-28 10:51, pothead wrote:
>>>>>>>>>> On 2025-07-28, -hh <recscuba_google@huntzinger.com> wrote:
>>>>>>> Same for farmers.
>>>>>>
>>>>>> It's better than spending the money on programs for countries
>>>>>> who hate us and want us dead.
>>>>> Which countries are those? It's not actually a long list.
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> It does not matter if it is a long list or short list.  This country
>>>> is in debt to the tune of 36 Trillion dollars.  Not a dime should be
>>>> sent to someone who is not a friend.  Do you donate to organizations
>>>> that you dislike??
>>>
>>> But you don't mind that Trump's tax cuts for the rich are running up
>>> that debt, so your complaint comes out a little bit bullshit, doesn't it?
>>
>> So just because someone receives funds that you disagree with, other
>> wasted funds should continue??  Do you handle your personal finances
>> that way??
>>
>> I will close with this:  Everyday the polls show the liberal criticism
>> of Trump to be believed even less.  Those of you with TDS should more
>> carefully choose your issues.
> 
> Good post.
> I still haven't seen this so called tax benefits for the rich data.
> 
> I wouldn't consider no taxes on tips, overtime and additional bonus added
> for seniors on SS increased SALT deduction. something the rich are interested in.

ChatGPT: 'Did Trump really eliminate taxes on tips?'

'Final Take: Did Trump “Eliminate Taxes on Tips”?

Not entirely. What changed was:

A limited, temporary federal income tax deduction for up to $25,000 in 
cash tip income.

Still subject to payroll and other taxes, with income-based phase‑outs 
and an expiration in 2028.'

So it isn't "no taxes on tips".

ChatGPT: 'Did Trump eliminate tax on overtime?'

'So… Did He Really "Eliminate" the Tax?

Not in full:

The deduction isn't a total exemption—it's capped and limited.

It provides no relief for payroll or state taxes.

Workers with income below the phase-out thresholds gain, but high 
earners lose access.

And if you’re not even eligible to earn overtime (due to FLSA rules or 
employer practices), you won’t see any benefit'

> 
> Could it be better?
> Sure.
> The tax system has always been slanted towards the rich.
> 
> However what the libbys ignore is what the tax structure would have been
> had the BBB not passed.
> 
> All of these numbers can be spun left and right.
> 
> I would like to see precise specifics and to date I have not.
But this was about someone whining about US debt...

..but ignoring that Trump's budget increases it HUGELY.