Breaking News: President Trump confirmed that he is considering "various tax reductions," including a payroll tax cut, to stimulate a weakening U.S. economy.

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BREAKING NEWS President Trump confirmed that he is considering "various tax reductions," including a payroll tax cut, to stimulate a weakening U.S. economy. Tuesday, August 20, 2019 3:49 PM EST Mr. Trump, speaking to reporters at the White House, continued to portray the economy as “incredible” and to play down any chance that the United States could enter into a recession. But many of the indicators that the administration has used to showcase a Trump-fueled economic “boom” have fizzled on the back of the president’s escalating trade fights. Read More »

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