Letters: Donald Trump's tax law is no gift to the U.S.
Briefly

President Trump's tax law, signed on July 4th, introduces significant tax breaks for the wealthy and expands the Homeland Security budget, which raises concerns about the treatment of immigrants. This law is expected to increase the national debt by $3.3 trillion over the next decade according to the Congressional Budget Office. The Republican Party's historical stance on fiscal responsibility has shifted, as the national debt currently stands at approximately $37 trillion. The legislation is viewed as a major victory for conservatives and reflects their long-term objectives.
President Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" imposes tax breaks for the wealthy and reduces social safety nets for the poor, while increasing the Homeland Security budget significantly.
The Congressional Budget Office projects that President Trump's tax package will add $3.3 trillion to the national debt over the next decade, raising concerns about fiscal responsibility.
With the national debt nearing $37 trillion, the GOP has shifted from advocating for balanced budgets to a policy of substantial tax cuts and spending increases.
The tax law aligns with conservative objectives, delivering a significant legislative victory that reflects long-standing goals of the conservative movement.
Read at The Mercury News
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