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Trump's Tax Bill: Child Benefits Boost Amid Controversy

5/25/2025

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President Trump proposes a tax bill that boosts the child tax credit by $500 and raises the standard deduction for couples over 65 to $35,200.
The bill includes MAGA accounts for children, providing $1,000 from the government for each newborn between 2024-2028.
Democrats express concerns about potential cuts to Medicaid and social programs, while Republicans claim it will lower spending.
The House has passed the bill by a narrow margin, and it now heads to the Senate for review.

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President Trump proposes a tax bill that boosts the child tax credit by $500 and raises the standard deduction for couples over 65 to $35,200.
The bill includes MAGA accounts for children, providing $1,000 from the government for each newborn between 2024-2028.
Democrats express concerns about potential cuts to Medicaid and social programs, while Republicans claim it will lower spending.
The House has passed the bill by a narrow margin, and it now heads to the Senate for review.