US tax policy

Trump’s Global Tax Deal Withdrawal Threatens Ireland’s Economy

President Trump issued an executive order withdrawing the US from the OECD’s global minimum corporate tax agreement, threatening Ireland’s significant corporate tax revenue. This action targets countries imposing “extraterritorial” levies on US multinationals, potentially impacting Ireland’s reliance on taxes from US companies headquartered there. The Irish Department of Finance is reviewing the order, while the IDA Ireland emphasizes that taxation is only one factor attracting foreign direct investment. The EU expressed regret over the decision and stated its commitment to the tax reforms, though uncertainty remains regarding potential retaliatory measures and escalating trade disputes.

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Taxes added to middle and lower class to pay for the huge cuts for the top 5%

Taxes added to middle and lower class to pay for the huge cuts for the top 5%

It’s disheartening to see that many people still don’t understand how taxes work. I often hear misguided statements like, “I didn’t pay anything last year, I got money back.” It’s crucial to realize that a tax refund doesn’t mean you didn’t pay any taxes. It simply means that you overpaid throughout the year, and the government is returning the excess amount. However, with the current financial situation and the need for more funds, we need to get used to paying more taxes. The government requires money, and it has already been spent.… Continue reading