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Trump's CHIPS demand creates a $52 billion headache for Congress

The article discusses the complications arising from former President Donald Trump's demand for a $52 billion cut in IRS funding as part of a deal to raise the debt ceiling. This demand has created significant challenges for Congress, particularly as it coincides with the need to address the impending debt ceiling deadline. The proposed cut would undo much of the funding increase provided by the Inflation Reduction Act, which aimed to enhance tax enforcement and reduce the federal deficit by improving IRS capabilities. Critics argue that this reduction would lead to a loss of tax revenue, potentially increasing the deficit rather than decreasing it. The situation has placed House Speaker Kevin McCarthy in a difficult position, as he navigates between satisfying Trump's demands and managing the broader implications for fiscal policy and governance. This has led to a contentious debate within Congress about fiscal responsibility, government funding, and the strategic use of the debt ceiling as leverage in political negotiations.

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