Trump Reiterates Pledge To End Income Taxes On Tips

Trump Reiterates Pledge To End Income Taxes On Tips

Former President Donald Trump made a stop in Las Vegas on Saturday to spotlight his campaign pledge to eliminate taxes on tips, underscoring the policy’s importance to his allies in Congress. However, he provided few details on how this initiative would be implemented.

Speaking for about 40 minutes to an audience of roughly 1,000 supporters gathered in a casino ballroom, Trump focused on celebrating his election victory in November and highlighting the executive actions he has signed since assuming office on Monday.

“But I have to be honest with you, I’m really here for a different reason, I’m here to say thank you,” Trump told the crowd at Circa Resort & Casino. His win in Nevada marked the first GOP presidential victory in the state since George W. Bush’s 2004 campaign.

According to his aides, Trump’s visit to the Silver State aimed to emphasize economic priorities. He reiterated his support for hospitality industry workers, pledging to remove the tax on tip income.

“We’re going to get it for you — ‘no tax on tips,’” Trump declared.

Following the rally, Trump strolled through the casino floor at Circa, where he was greeted with chants of “USA, USA” from onlookers as he passed purple-hued velvet tables. At a roulette table, a player placed a bet, exclaiming, “Give me $47 on 47,” referencing Trump’s position as the 47th president. Trump groaned when the bet didn’t win but continued to sign autographs as supporters cheered, according to the Associated Press.

While Trump’s speech lacked specific policy details, his remarks signaled to congressional Republicans that the proposal would be a priority in the comprehensive tax legislation planned for this year. Trump is scheduled to meet with House Republicans on Monday as they gather in Florida to prepare for the legislative session ahead.

Las Vegas, a city with a thriving 24-hour economy, depends on workers like wait staff, hotel maids, valet parkers, and casino dealers, all of whom rely on tips. Nevada leads the nation in the concentration of tipped workers, with 25.8 waiters and waitresses per 1,000 jobs, followed closely by Hawaii and Florida.

Social media platforms quickly circulated footage of Trump entering the casino. One video captured him standing near what appeared to be a craps table, complimenting a player after a dice roll.

“Prior to the surprise visit, Trump had addressed thousands of supporters at the Circa Resort & Casino in Sin City on Saturday afternoon. Photos and video show Trump strolling around the casino floor after the speech, while surrounded by security,” Fox News reported.

When reporters attempted to ask Trump questions, a craps player intervened, telling the press pool, “I’m rolling here.” Trump responded to the gambler, saying he was “doing a good job” before leaving.

After delivering his speech centered on the promise of “no tax on tips,” Trump paused to thank staff members carrying water trays.

“Any worker who relies on tips [as] income, your tips will be 100% yours,” he proclaimed, drawing cheers from the audience.

“Nationwide, over four million workers depend on tip income, including an estimated 700,000 single moms…here in Nevada…think of it, a quarter of the typical restaurant workers’ pay comes from tips. I didn’t know that,” he admitted.

Addressing Nevada’s Republican Governor Joe Lombardo during the speech, Trump asked directly about the policy’s impact during the November election.

“You think that had an impact on the election?” Trump asked. “What, a half a point? It’s pretty big….nationwide over four million workers depend on tip income, including an estimated 700,000 single moms.”

“And here in Nevada…think of it, a quarter of the typical restaurant workers’ pay comes from tips. I didn’t know that,” he reiterated.


Subscribe to Lib Fails

Don’t miss out on the latest issues. Sign up now to get access to the library of members-only issues.
jamie@example.com
Subscribe