Their fast-evolving political friendship has become a potential minefield, as Mr. Musk’s sprawling businesses may present conflicts of interest if Mr. Trump is elected in November.
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Trumponomics 2.0: Breaking Down Donald Trump’s Economic Plan
Higher tariffs, lower taxes, and more of Elon Musk: The former president outlined his economic vision to an audience of business leaders. But questions abound.
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Trump Calls for an Efficiency Commission, an Idea Pushed by Elon Musk
Donald Trump, in a speech in New York, said the commission would conduct a sweeping audit of the federal government and recommend “drastic reforms” for cutting waste.
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Harris’s Capital Gains Tax Break
The vice president has proposed raising the levy on capital gains, a break from President Biden’s economic agenda, as she tries to keep big donors and progressives on side.
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Tax Policy Becomes a Fault Line for Harris
The vice president is relying on tax proposals as a way to show she is different from both President Biden and her Republican rival, Donald Trump.
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How Partisan Media Covered Trump’s Arlington Visit
Liberal outlets criticized Mr. Trump for turning his visit into a photo opportunity, while conservative ones falsely suggested the altercation never happened.
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Can Democrats Stop the ‘Tax Doom Loop’?
Democrats are tired of losing to Republicans on tax policy. They’re hoping to mount a comeback next year.
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Has the Spread of Tipping Reached Its Limit? Don’t Count on It.
Both major presidential candidates propose exempting tips from taxes. That could encourage more reliance on tipping, and leave workers vulnerable.
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Trump Biopic ‘The Apprentice’ Gets U.S. Release Date
The movie, which stars Sebastian Stan as a young Donald J. Trump, is scheduled to hit theaters on Oct. 11, ahead of the presidential election.
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Who’s Backing Out? Partisan Media Outlets Weigh in on the Debate Over the Debate
Conservative publications claim Vice President Kamala Harris is looking for reasons to back out of the debate. Liberal sites say it is former President Donald Trump who is seeking excuses to withdraw.