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Questions Covered in the Long Version:
- What are the main tax changes in the One Big Beautiful Bill, and how will they affect the average American’s paycheck, especially for those earning $30,000–$80,000 annually?
- How do the bill’s Medicaid and SNAP changes impact access to healthcare and food assistance for low-income families, and what new requirements must they meet to qualify?
- What economic benefits, like job creation or wage increases, does the bill promise, and how realistic are these based on available analyses?
- How does the bill’s funding for border security, including the border wall and ICE personnel, affect taxpayers and community safety?
- What are the ‘Trump Accounts’ for newborns, and how useful are they compared to existing savings options like 529 accounts?
- How do the bill’s energy policies, like oil and gas development or clean energy credit phase-outs, impact household costs and the environment?
- Who benefits most from the bill’s tax cuts and deductions, and who might see reduced benefits or higher costs over time?
- What are the bill’s provisions on AI regulation, court orders, and gun silencers, and how might they affect everyday life or safety?
- How does the bill address the national debt and deficit, and what role do tariffs play in offsetting its costs?
- What are the temporary vs. permanent changes in the bill, and how might their expiration in 2028 affect families and businesses?