Would you rather pay income taxes or sales taxes? Missouri voters will have the option to decide.
Missouri Voters to Consider Eliminating Personal Income Tax JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — It’s not exactly common for voters to face a choice like eliminating the state’s personal income tax, and this upcoming decision will mark a significant moment. When the proposal appears on Missouri ballots later this year, it will be the first time […]
A numerical breakdown of American taxes
Tax Refunds and Filing Updates for 2025 The tax deadline is coming up on April 15th, and it looks like more households are expecting refunds this year compared to last. Still, the average refund amount isn’t quite what the Trump administration had hoped for. According to the latest data from the IRS, around 140,222,000 income […]
Energy Crisis in Europe: More than 80% Support Reducing Fuel Taxes in France
French Citizens Favor Fuel Tax Cuts Amid Energy Crisis A recent survey indicates that a significant majority of French residents back the government’s plans to cut fuel taxes as Europe grapples with an ongoing energy crisis. The CSA poll conducted for CNews, Europe 1, and Le Journal du Dimanche revealed that 82% of French voters […]
Vote sent to LA residents to increase taxes for damaged streetlights
Homeowners in Los Angeles are facing new costs related to streetlight maintenance due to a recent decision by the City Council. Residents are now receiving ballots asking for their approval on a plan that could lead to yearly property fees of hundreds of dollars to replace 200,000 streetlights throughout the city. This initiative aims to […]
Cato Asserts Migrants Contribute More in Taxes than Typical Americans
According to a report from the Cato Institute, immigrants, on average, contribute more in taxes than typical American children, the disabled, retirees, students, or workers. This report, carefully curated, seems designed to catch the attention of busy politicians and reporters who are often influenced by competing interests from pro-immigration lobbyists and advocates for American prosperity. […]
Trump has reduced taxes for waitresses and bartenders nationwide — but many are unaware.
Understanding the Impact of Trump’s Tax Policy on Servers and Bartenders A recent report highlighted a notable lack of awareness among servers about the “tipping tax exemption” policy introduced by the Trump administration, which contributed to this year’s higher tax refunds. Trump promoted this policy during a visit to Las Vegas last week, following a […]
Hochul maintains she will not increase taxes again — but unions and progressives are asking for more.
Hochul Stands Firm Against New Taxes Amid Budget Talks POESTENKILL, N.Y. – Governor Kathy Hochul reiterated on Tuesday that she opposes any new tax increases while New York City leaders consider a proposal for new taxes on multimillion-dollar vacation homes. “It doesn’t sit well with me,” Hochul mentioned to the Post when questioned about potential […]
Companies can start applying for tariff refunds as the US reverses previous import taxes.
Duty Refunds Begin for Businesses Following Court Rulings Starting Monday, businesses can file for duty refunds as the federal government begins the process of rolling back billions of dollars in import duties that were imposed during the Trump administration. This could lead to what might be the largest repayment in U.S. history for importers. The […]
Trump: No Taxes on Tips and Overtime Demonstrate GOP’s Support for Workers
Trump Positions Republican Party as the Champion of the Working Class WASHINGTON—President Trump asserted that his initiatives, such as tax-free tips and overtime pay, reflect the Republican Party’s shift toward representing the interests of working-class Americans. This comes as millions of people express support for these policies during this tax season. His remarks were made […]
Ways the affluent are strategizing to lower their 2026 taxes
Tax Strategies for High-Income Earners in 2025 The IRS building in Washington, D.C. has recently been in the news, particularly with the announcement of potential job cuts impacting around 6,700 employees. This restructuring raises concerns about how it might affect tax collection during the important filing season. For those with considerable wealth, there’s been a […]