In a recent policy announcement, Vice President Kamala Harris has proposed the elimination of taxes on tips for service and hospitality workers, an idea that was initially brought forth by former President Donald Trump in June. CBS News reported on both announcements but took a significantly different tone when discussing Trump’s proposal. While highlighting the potential $250 billion cost to the federal government for Trump’s policy, CBS showed no concern over Harris’ proposal despite it being nearly identical to that of her predecessor.
This double standard has led to backlash from conservative figures and media outlets, who have accused Kamala Harris of “plagiarizing” Trump’s campaign promise. Critics have also pointed out the contradiction in Harris’ stance on tip taxes, as she voted in 2022 to pass legislation allowing the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to track down workers’ tips for taxation purposes.
The discussion surrounding these competing policy stances has raised questions about political consistency and the scrutiny of politicians’ positions on taxation. As social media users share their opinions on the matter, many have expressed frustration with what they view as a lack of genuine commitment to policy changes from politicians like Harris.