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Taxing Billionaires for Fair Share | Cleveland News
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Billionaires are getting a new tax spotlight with the “Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act,” proposing a 5% annual wealth tax on the top 938 ultra-wealthy—whose combined fortune hits $8.2 trillion—to fund major social fixes like affordable healthcare and housing. The bill could rake in $4.4 trillion over ten years and includes a one-time $3,000 payment for every person in households earning $150K or less. While supporters argue it’s about equity and shared responsibility, critics warn it might hurt innovation and investment. The debate is fierce—and the details are still evolving.
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