Trump Taps Congress to Set Top Earners' Tax Bracket

Trump Taps Congress to Set Top Earners' Tax Bracket

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The video discusses proposed changes to the U.S. tax system, focusing on reducing individual tax brackets from seven to three, with a potential fourth bracket for top earners. It highlights middle class tax relief through increased deductions and addresses the elimination of the alternative minimum tax and estate tax. The video also covers the repatriation of overseas profits, noting that specific tax rates will be determined by tax writing committees.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the proposed top tax rate for the highest individual tax bracket?

30%

35%

45%

40%

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the proposed deduction for married taxpayers filing jointly?

$24,000

$30,000

$20,000

$18,000

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which tax is referred to as the 'death tax' by Republicans?

Income Tax

Estate Tax

Property Tax

Sales Tax

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the proposed tax reform according to Republicans?

Providing middle-class tax relief

Increasing corporate taxes

Eliminating all taxes

Cutting taxes for the wealthy

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who will decide the details of the one-time tax on repatriated overseas profits?

Tax writing committees

The Supreme Court

The Big Six

The President