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The Chairman’s Report April 24th, 2026
The FAIRtax Makes Buying a Home Much Easier
The income/payroll tax directly reduces the ability of Americans to purchase a home.
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Trump Threatens Britain With ‘Big Tariff’ Over London’s Bid to Keep Taxing American Tech Firms
President Trump warned the UK against trying to "make an easy buck" on American big tech firms like Amazon, Google, and Meta. Read More.
Seattle could lose hundreds of millions in tax revenue as Starbucks expands in Tennessee
Seattle could lose up to $750 million in tax revenue as Starbucks invests $100 million and creates 2,000 jobs in Tennessee, highlighting concerns about the city’s business climate. Read More.
Wildfire survivors who lost their homes could face another blow from taxes on settlement payouts
Thousands of survivors of the 2025 Eaton Fire in California are accepting settlements from the utility accused of causing it Wildfire survivors who lost Read More.
Tax fight heats up as New York targets wealthy homeowners
New York policymakers push higher taxes on wealthy nonresident homeowners, intensifying the debate over revenue, housing and economic competitiveness. Read More.
The Chairman’s Report April 17th, 2026
More Lipstick on a Pig—The Van Hollen/Booker Tax Cut Plans
The following data is from an analysis prepared by the Tax Foundation. Read More.
Trump: Policies Like No Tax on Tips, Overtime Show GOP Is Party of Working Class
President Trump said his policies, like no tax on tips and no tax on overtime, show that the GOP is now the party of the working class. Read More.
Republicans rip 4 blue states for keeping taxes on tips, overtime after Trump reprieve
Four Democratic-led states reject Trump's no taxes on tips and overtime, drawing Republican criticism for denying relief to hard-working Americans. Read More.
Why Tax Refunds Are Bigger and More Beautiful This Year
This tax season, Americans are experiencing larger returns because legislation passed by the Trump administration is bearing fruit. Read More.
New Trump Accounts pitched as tax-season gateway to building wealth
New Trump Accounts aim to help children build wealth through tax-season investing. Here’s who qualifies, how they work and when to claim. Read More.
American Medical Association Should Lose Tax-Exempt Status, Watchdog Group Says
The IRS should investigate and potentially revoke tax-exempt status from the AMA over racial discrimination in scholarships, Do No Harm says. Read More.
Indiana Suspends Gas Sales Tax Amid US–Iran War
Indiana has suspended its gas sales tax for 30 days as prices keep rising amid the United States’ war with Iran.
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The Chairman’s Report April 10th, 2026
HOW A TARIFF FIGHT CREATED THE FEDERAL INCOME TAX
This is the title of an article that appeared in the Winter 2026 issue of the Coolidge Review written by Phillip W. Magness. Read More.
The Grassroots Corner April 6th, 2026
ALEX SCHNELL SIGNS THE CANDIDATE PLEDGE
Our FAIRtax pledge signer, Alex Schnell, is exploring a grassroots run for Congress in Pennsylvania’s 3rd District. Read More.
Mortgage rates jump as Iran conflict hits housing market
The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage rose this week to 6.38%, according to the latest Freddie Mac data released Thursday. That is up from last week's reading of 6.22%. Read More.
