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John Cornyn: “The average family of four that earns $80,000 a year will…”

Featuring: John Cornyn, Republican | U.S. Senate, Texas

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Senate Discussion on President Trump's Budget and Tax Policy

Published | Video Starts at 02:25

62% of American taxpayers will see a tax increase in 2026. Working parents will see the child tax credit cut in half. And The average family of four that earns $80,000 a year will face a $1,700 tax increase. Back home in Texas, my constituents would see their taxes increased by $3,000 on average next year. (02:25–02:36)

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