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Karoline Leavitt: “It's only because of President Trump and Republicans…”

Featuring: Karoline Leavitt, Republican | White House Press Secretary | National

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Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Briefs Members of the Media, Dec. 11, 2025

Published | Video Starts at 03:40

According to recent analysis from Piper Sandler, when Americans file their taxes early next year, their refunds could be about one third larger than usual, or roughly an extra $1,000 per filer. That is money straight into the pockets of the American people. It's only because of President Trump and Republicans leadership that Americans will now pay no tax on tips overtime in Social Security. President Trump and Republicans believe hardworking Americans deserve to keep more of their hard earned money. But Democrats, on the other hand, every single one of them voted against these massive tax cuts. (03:40–03:49)

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