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Scoop: Trump Cabinet fans across the U.S. to push his megabill

Scoop: Trump Cabinet fans across the U.S. to push his megabill

Summary

Nine members of President Trump's Cabinet are traveling around the U.S. to promote a new tax and spending bill. The administration hopes to convince voters to support the bill despite polls showing that more than half of voters currently oppose it.

Key Facts

  • Nine Cabinet members will travel to promote President Trump's new tax and spending bill.
  • A Wall Street Journal poll shows 52% of voters oppose the bill, while 42% support it.
  • The bill is described as benefiting the working class, but many believe it favors the wealthy and big companies.
  • The bill includes a "no tax on tips" provision, which has some public support.
  • The Cabinet members will visit key states with upcoming competitive elections, such as Michigan, Nevada, and Virginia.
  • Secretary Duffy will highlight investments in air traffic control to address staff shortages.
  • The bill proposes $25 billion in new funding for the Coast Guard.
  • Some bill provisions, like allowing service workers to deduct taxes on tips, aim to show benefits to various groups.

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