President Trump made a significant appearance at the Circa Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada, marking the culmination of his inaugural week back in office.
This rally served as a platform for him to express gratitude to his supporters who turned out in unprecedented numbers on November 5, 2024. For the first time in his three presidential campaigns, Trump succeeded in securing Nevada, a notable swing state, which added to the triumph of his recent election victory.
During his address, Trump highlighted the achievements he has made within just a week of returning to the presidency, placing particular emphasis on policies concerning the southern border. This focus aligns with his consistent agenda of prioritizing border security, which resonates with a significant portion of his base. The discussion about border policies was met with enthusiasm from the crowd, reflecting the importance of this issue among his supporters.
In a bold move, President Trump unveiled his “no tax on tips” initiative, which aims to offer financial relief to service industry workers by eliminating taxes on gratuities. This proposal aligns with his broader economic strategy to reduce tax burdens and stimulate growth.
Trump hinted at an even more audacious plan to potentially abolish the federal income tax, suggesting that tariff revenues could replace this traditional source of federal funding. Such a proposal underscores his commitment to exploring unconventional fiscal strategies.
The speech also touched on the controversial hiring of over 87,000 new IRS agents under the previous administration. Trump criticized this move, which he argued was aimed at targeting middle-class and working-class Americans.
He proposed reallocating these IRS agents, suggesting they could be deployed to the southern border to bolster security efforts. This idea was met with approval from the audience, who appreciated the notion of repurposing government resources to address pressing national issues.
In his characteristic style, Trump assured the crowd, “On day one, I automatically halted the hiring of any new IRS agents. You know they hired, or tried to hire, 88,000 new workers to go after you.”
This statement reinforced his stance against what he perceives as unnecessary government interference in the lives of ordinary citizens. The promise to either terminate these positions or redirect them to more productive roles reflects his administration’s approach to streamlining government operations.
The rally in Las Vegas was not only a celebration of electoral victory but also an opportunity for Trump to outline his vision for the next four years. His focus on reducing taxes and rethinking government resource allocation is consistent with his broader philosophy of promoting economic freedom and efficiency. These themes have been a cornerstone of his political identity and continue to resonate with his supporters.
Trump’s rhetoric around the IRS and border security plays into a broader narrative of protecting American interests and reducing bureaucratic overreach. By presenting these ideas at the rally, Trump reinforced his image as a leader willing to challenge established norms and pursue policies that prioritize the needs of American citizens. This approach aligns with the right-of-center ideology that values limited government and personal responsibility.
The reaction from the audience in Las Vegas was overwhelmingly positive, reflecting a shared belief in Trump’s vision for the country. His ability to connect with supporters through policy proposals that align with their values remains a key factor in his political success. As he embarks on his new term, these initial steps signal a continuation of the themes that have defined his presidency.
Trump’s proposal to use tariff money as an alternative to federal income tax is a testament to his innovative approach to governance. While unconventional, it demonstrates a willingness to explore new methods of fiscal management that could potentially benefit the economy. This kind of bold thinking is what many of his supporters admire and expect from his leadership.
Overall, the rally served as a high-energy start to Trump’s term, setting the tone for the policies and initiatives he aims to pursue. The emphasis on economic reform and border security is likely to remain central to his agenda, as these issues are deeply important to his base.
As Trump continues to navigate his presidency, it is clear that he will maintain his focus on advancing the interests of the American people through decisive action and policy innovation.
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With all the guns and ammo the IRS bought it is a good idea.
Take away the guns from the IRS Storm Troopers.
Absolutely, and that is exactly what they are those bitches and bastards!!!
Don’t give them a choice you will work for home land security or your fired or will send you to the North Pole to work. We need more help getting illegals out of our country if they refuse fire them saving taxpayers salary money and benefits.
Ty, absolutely and great idea!!!
God please, make sure President Trump and his team see it this way and get it to happen!
Amen.
I approve of almost everything President Trump is trying to do, but, sadly, the proposal to scrap the income tax and replace it with tariffs is *not* “innovative”. From 1789 until 1913, with the exception of a short hiatus during the Civil War (the single largest bump in federal spending in history up to that time), the national government lived off tariff revenues and, to a much lesser extent, excise taxes and certain maritime fees. (That’s why just about the first action of the new government under the Constitution was to create the Coast Guard–under its first name–to enforce collection of customs fees.) By the early 20th Century, the government had grown such that these sources were no longer sufficient and they passed an income tax, based on the one they’d temporarily used during the Civil War. A lawsuit was brought and the Supreme Court declared the income tax unconstitutional because it was not levied proportionally upon each of the states. So the revenue hounds proposed a constitutional amendment and to get the states to ratify it, promised them that the tax would never exceed 3%. In typical government fashion, that promise was *not* included in the text of the amendment. QED.