Trump Reveals New Move to Help the ‘Working Man,” Plans to End Taxes on Overtime
By Mick Farthing|September 13, 2024
Trump Reveals New Move to Help the ‘Working Man,” Plans to End Taxes on Overtime

Under the leadership of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris, America’s economy has left many workers feeling squeezed. Wages have struggled to keep pace with inflation, leaving families with less purchasing power than before. Paychecks seem smaller while prices at the grocery store continue to climb.

And while Harris has tried to distance herself from the crisis, her role as vice president and the administration’s economic policies cannot be ignored. As a key member of the team, she’s been part of the decisions that led to this situation.

For those in the middle and working classes, the Biden-Harris administration’s promises of prosperity have fallen flat. Instead of the economic growth and stability voters were promised, they’re left with higher living costs, fewer job opportunities, and stagnating wages. And as inflation continues to take its toll, many are looking for a way out—a break from the policies that seem designed to punish the working class. Enter Donald Trump.

From Daily Wire:
Former President Donald Trump announced on Thursday at a rally in Arizona that he would push to end taxes on overtime pay if elected in November.

Trump, who previously said he would work to end taxes on tips, unveiled the new tax policy proposal while speaking to supporters in Tucson at the Linda Ronstadt Music Hall. He said that it would incentivize employees and help companies find workers.

“As part of our additional tax cuts we will end all taxes on overtime,” Trump said.

In a bold move that’s sure to energize his base, Trump announced at a rally in Arizona that he would end taxes on overtime pay if he wins the 2024 election. Speaking to a packed crowd in Tucson, Trump laid out his plan at the Linda Ronstadt Music Hall. “As part of our additional tax cuts, we will end all taxes on overtime,” Trump declared to thunderous applause. It’s a proposal that promises immediate relief for the hardest-working Americans—those clocking extra hours just to make ends meet.

Pro-Trump voters will likely see this as a breath of fresh air, especially after years of feeling neglected by Washington. While Harris and Biden have continued down a path of high taxes and government overreach, Trump is focusing on easing the burden on workers. “It’s time for the working man and woman to finally catch a break,” he said, adding that eliminating overtime taxes would not only reward workers but help companies struggling to find staff. By making overtime tax-free, Trump believes he’s giving Americans an incentive to work harder without being penalized by the taxman.

This proposal isn’t just about taxes; it’s about recognizing the effort put in by everyday people. As Trump pointed out, overtime workers are often in essential roles—police officers, nurses, factory workers, truck drivers—the backbone of the country. These are the people who put in long hours, and for too long, he argued, they haven’t been given their due. This new policy could change that. It’s a message that resonates with those who feel left behind by the current administration’s policies.

Of course, the Harris campaign isn’t impressed. Joseph Costello, a spokesman for Harris’s team, dismissed Trump’s plan as a “snake oil sales pitch,” accusing him of lying and failing workers during his presidency. But pro-Trump voters aren’t buying the criticism. Many remember Harris copying Trump’s proposal to end taxes on tips for service workers earlier in the campaign. The fact that she adopted a similar stance after Trump first unveiled it in Las Vegas is evidence to some that Trump’s ideas are gaining traction—even among his critics.

Trump’s Arizona rally wasn’t just about taxes, though. He didn’t hold back on the Biden-Harris administration’s failure to address illegal immigration, a hot-button issue in Arizona. Trump called out the rise in crime linked to illegal immigration, pointing to incidents in Colorado and Ohio as examples of how the current administration has failed to protect American citizens. Arizona, being a border state, has felt the impact of illegal immigration more than most, making Trump’s tough stance resonate with voters there.

With Arizona as a key battleground in the 2024 election, Trump’s message is clear: he’s fighting for the working class. Whether it’s through cutting taxes on overtime or cracking down on illegal immigration, he’s positioning himself as the candidate who will reverse the economic and social crises that have plagued the country under Biden and Harris. Polls already show Trump leading in Arizona, and his latest tax proposal could just seal the deal with voters desperate for change.

Key Takeaways:

  • Under Biden and Harris, wages have struggled to keep up with inflation, leaving many workers feeling financially strained.
  • Trump announced at a rally in Arizona that he would push to end taxes on overtime pay if elected, offering relief for hardworking Americans.
  • Trump criticized the Biden-Harris administration’s handling of immigration and gained support in key battleground states like Arizona.

Source: Daily Wire

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Mick Farthing
Mick is a freelance writer, cartoonist, and graphic designer. He is a regular contributor for the Patriot Journal.
Mick is a freelance writer, cartoonist, and graphic designer. He is a regular contributor for the Patriot Journal.