Trump's Pre-Election Tax-Cut Vow Baffles GOP

The video discusses the improbability of new tax reforms before the midterms due to Congress being out of session and the Republicans' focus on competitive races. It highlights the challenges in passing tax cuts in the Senate and the impact of the deficit on potential tax cuts. The discussion also covers the political strategy behind tax cuts and voter perception, noting that the 2017 tax law has not been politically beneficial for Republicans, as many Americans believe it favors corporations and the wealthy over the middle class.

Why is it unlikely for new tax reforms to be passed before the midterms?

• The President has not proposed any tax reforms.

• Lawmakers are focused on campaigning and lack Senate support.

• The Senate has already approved the tax cuts.

• Congress is in session and focused on legislation.

What complicates the Republicans' ability to propose new tax cuts?

• The deficit has increased under President Trump's administration.

• The deficit has decreased significantly.

• There is unanimous support for new tax cuts.

• The 2017 tax law was universally popular.

What is one of the internal debates among conservatives regarding tax policy?

• Increasing corporate taxes.

• Indexing capital gains taxes to inflation.

• Eliminating all taxes.

• Reducing military spending.

What was the public perception of the 2017 tax law according to internal polls?

• It was equally beneficial to all income groups.

• It favored corporations and the wealthy over the middle class.

• It had no impact on any income group.

• It primarily benefited the middle class.

What was the main focus of the Republican Super PAC aligned with Speaker Paul Ryan?

• Supporting Democratic candidates.

• Promoting the benefits of the 2017 tax law to middle-income Americans.

• Criticizing the 2017 tax law.

• Increasing military spending.