Trump’s Bullshit Promise to Stop Fucking Taxes on Tips
Get ready for the shocker...it's a fucking lie.
Alright, let’s talk about Trump’s latest “genius” idea: getting rid of taxes on tips for service workers. On the surface, it sounds like a great fucking deal. No more Uncle Sam snatching a chunk of the hard-earned cash tipped workers get for busting their asses. But, like everything with Trump, it’s a lot more complicated—and probably not as straightforward as he’d like us to believe. So, let’s break this shit down. What’s the likelihood of it happening? What’s standing in the way? And what are the potential issues?
The Likelihood: Spoiler Alert, It’s a Long Shot
1. Trump’s Track Record on Promises
Let’s be real: Trump isn’t exactly known for following through on his promises. Remember that whole “Mexico will pay for the wall” thing? Or how about his vow to "drain the swamp"? If history tells us anything, it’s that Trump loves to make big, flashy promises that sound good in sound bites but fall apart when it comes to actual policy.
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