"Earlier this week, Republican Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks (Iowa) attempted to promote the so-called One Big Beautiful Bill Act's "no tax on tips" provision by posting a photo of herself holding up her check at a restaurant - only to go viral for her meager tip. "Made a pit stop in Iowa County for lunch at Sun Down Bar and Grill," the lawmaker wrote on social media on Monday. "I got to celebrate No Tax on Tips with our wonderful server, she's thrilled about this provision and excited to keep more of what she earns!""
"Miller-Meeks, who has a net worth of approximately $1.78 million, was slammed in her replies. "Worth 1.78 M. Can't even tip 20% lol," one user wrote on X. "You'd think the server would at least get $5 since you're using her as a political prop on a cash tip she wouldn't have reported," said another. "Congressional cosplay level: celebrate 'No Tax on Tips' while leaving $3.31 on an $18 tab," another user chimed in. "Servers deserve living wages, not campaign photo shoots.""
Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks posted a photo of a restaurant check to promote the One Big Beautiful Bill Act's "no tax on tips" provision and highlighted a server's supposed enthusiasm. The meal totaled $18.19, and the posted tip left $21.50 on the table, below the typical 20 percent. Social media users criticized Miller-Meeks, noting her reported $1.78 million net worth and calling the gesture a political prop. Critics argued servers deserve living wages rather than symbolic photo ops. The post went viral and generated multiple negative replies calling attention to the tipping amount.
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