Donald Trump’s $1.5tn tax overhaul received a blow after Alabamas surprise Senate result but is now speeding towards a vote. Here’s what you need to know
Donald Trump’s $1.5tn plan to overhaul the US tax system received another blow on Tuesday night when Democrat Doug Jones emerged as the winner in a closely fought race for a Senate seat in Alabama.
Now Trump is set to produce another pitch for the unpopular plans while Republicans rush to glean their bill finalized before the novel Year, when Jones goes to Washington. His vote could imperil the bill’s passage. Related: Who wins and loses in Trump's tax plan? Related: The rightwing takeover of the US court system will transform America | Paul Butler Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com