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Lawler Defends SALT Deduction as Musk Slams Trump’s Tax Bill

6/9/2025

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Lawler Advocates SALT

Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) urged Senate Republicans to preserve the SALT deduction in Trump's tax bill, stressing its vital role in supporting middle-class families. In a stark contrast, Elon Musk slammed the bill as a "disgusting abomination," revealing a growing divide with Trump. With potential to inflate the federal debt by $2.4 trillion in a decade, voter anxiety is mounting.

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Trump Deploys Troops

Protests erupted in Los Angeles against federal immigration sweeps, igniting a fierce response from President Trump, who dispatched 300 National Guard troops. Governor Gavin Newsom denounced this move as unlawful, heightening tensions. As demonstrators clashed with police, blocking roads and hurling objects, the situation escalated, resulting in numerous arrests amid the chaos.

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Lawler Advocates SALT

Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) urged Senate Republicans to preserve the SALT deduction in Trump's tax bill, stressing its vital role in supporting middle-class families. In a stark contrast, Elon Musk slammed the bill as a "disgusting abomination," revealing a growing divide with Trump. With potential to inflate the federal debt by $2.4 trillion in a decade, voter anxiety is mounting.

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