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Harris and Trump Clash Over Tax Proposals for Tipped Workers

Both candidates promise to eliminate taxes on tips, but experts question the feasibility and fairness of their plans.

  • Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have both pledged to end taxes on tips for service workers, aiming to appeal to voters in key swing states like Nevada.
  • Critics argue that exempting tips from taxes may not significantly benefit low-income workers and could complicate tax credits like the Earned Income Tax Credit.
  • Harris previously voted for legislation that increased IRS funding to track and tax tips, raising questions about her current stance.
  • Trump's broader tax proposals also include eliminating taxes on Social Security benefits, which some experts warn could accelerate the program's insolvency.
  • Both candidates face skepticism from economists and industry groups regarding the practicality and impact of their tax promises.
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