Podcasts about National Taxpayers Union

Morning news catch up and Tommy Aiello from the National Taxpayers Union analyzes the Big Beautiful Bill and talks about the changes, what could make it better.

5:05 pm: Guy Ciarrocchi, a political commentator and contributor to Broad and Liberty, on how the Democrats are telling us who they really are through the protests and violence of the past week.6:05 pm: Brandon Arnold, Executive Vice President of the National Taxpayers Union, joins Greg for a conversation about his group's advocacy of the tax cuts included in the Big Beautiful Bill.6:38 pm: Christopher Tremoglie, Commentary Writer for the Washington Examiner, joins the program for a conversation about his recent piece on how Donald Trump is standing up to the violent activism of the Left.

Pete Sepp, President of the National Taxpayers Union, joins host Todd Marquardt to talk about the One Big Beautiful Bill Act & more on this edition of Talk Law Radio. Attorney Todd Marquardt brings you insightful topics every Saturday morning, but he's not stopping there! Join Todd every Sunday afternoon at 4:30pm for a special bonus segment! He addresses trending and specific topics in more detail with a professional perspective. The mission of Talk Law Radio is to help you discover your legal issue blind spots by listening to me talk about the law on the radio. The state bar of Texas is the state agency that governs attorney law licenses. The State Bar wants attorneys to inform the public about the law but does not want us to attempt to solve your individual legal problems upon the basis of general information. Instead, contact an attorney like Todd A. Marquardt at Marquardt Law Firm, P.C. to discuss your specific facts and circumstances of your unique situation. Like & Subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/@talklawradio3421 Listen here! www.TalkLawRadio.com Work with Todd! https://marquardtlawfirm.com/

In this episode of Main Street Matters, Jordan Bruneau speaks with Mattias Gugel from the National Taxpayers Union about the current state of tax policy in the U.S. They discuss the implications of the federal Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, the importance of state-level tax developments, and the impact of payroll taxes on small businesses. The conversation also touches on the role of fees in business costs, the need for competition in the credit card industry, and the effects of local taxes and bonds on taxpayers. Throughout the discussion, the importance of taxpayer engagement and advocacy is emphasized. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Wednesday & Friday. For more on the National Taxpayers Union CLICK HERE Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Tax Policy and Its Impact 02:55 The Federal Tax Cuts and Jobs Act 06:09 State-Level Tax Developments 09:10 Understanding Payroll Taxes 12:01 The Role of Fees in Business Costs 15:08 Competition in the Credit Card Industry 17:58 Local and Municipal Taxes 21:03 Bonds and Their Impact on Taxpayers #taxpolicy #TaxCutsandJobsAct #statetax #developments #payrolltaxes #smallbusiness #fees #creditcard #industry #municipaltaxes #bonds #taxpayer #engagementSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The fraud is out of control and no one cares! PLUS, Mattias Gugel, Director of State External Affairs for the National Taxpayers Union, tells Shaun what is in store for Illinois taxpayers if the Trump Tax Cuts expire. And Frank Gaffney, President of the Institute for the American Future, tells Shaun about the Vatican's diabolical deal with the Chinese Communist Party and encourages everyone to go to RepealtheDeal.org to watch their FREE webinar on how the CCP infiltrated the Vatican. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leah Vukmir from National Taxpayers Union with more on why HB 2385 in Oregon needs opposed. Supposed to help poor people get pharma drugs cheap, but bad, bad, policy. Open for Business with Randal at Advanced Air, emails of the day and more.

Mattias Gugel, Director of State External Affairs for the National Taxpayers Union, tells Shaun what is in store for Illinois taxpayers if the Trump Tax Cuts expire.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 Segment 1 While Tony is away, Andrew Langer fills in! Andrew starts the final hour of the show talking about President Donald Trump’s ABC interview over his first 100 days and illegal immigration. Hour 3 Segment 2 Andrew is joined by Rosalind Hanson of Moms for Liberty to talk about President Trump’s first 100 days. Hour 3 Segment 3 Andrew is joined by Jess Ward of the National Taxpayers Union to talk about tax cuts. Hour 3 Segment 4 Andrew wraps up another edition of the show talking about Scott Bessent promising a tax bill by July 4th. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 Segment 1 While Tony is away, Andrew Langer fills in! Andrew starts the show by looking back at President Donald Trump’s first 100 days. Andrew also talks about President Trump talking about egg prices at a Michigan rally along with Governor Maura Heely sharing her same thoughts. Hour 1 Segment 2 Andrew talks about Hakeem Jeffries questioning President Trump’s mental capabilities. Andrew also compares President Biden’s first 100 days to Trump’s. Hour 1 Segment 3 Andrew is joined by Stephen Moore, economist from The Heritage Foundation, to talk about President Trump’s first 100 days, his Bloomberg debate, how tariffs have affected egg prices, and the Amazon tariff prices. Hour 1 Segment 4 Andrew wraps up the first hour of the show talking more about how President Biden reacted to his first 100 days. Hour 2 Segment 1 While Tony is away, Andrew Langer fills in! Andrew starts the second hour of the show joined with Grover Norquist, founder and President of Americans for Tax Reform, to talk about President Donald Trump’s first 100 days and Amazon tariff prices. Hour 2 Segment 2 Andrew is joined by Carrie Sheffield of the Independent Women’s Forum to talk about Trump’s first 100 days. Hour 2 Segment 3 Andrew talks about Shri Thanedar bemoaning Hannah Dugan getting arrested. Andrew also talks about Gabe Vasquez bragging about voting against the Laken Riley Act. Andrew later talks about Hakeem Jeffries saying Democrats are actually strong on border security. Hour 2 Segment 4 Andrew wraps up the second hour of the show talking about a woman and her family fleeing the U.S. to Albania. Hour 3 Segment 1 While Tony is away, Andrew Langer fills in! Andrew starts the final hour of the show talking about President Donald Trump’s ABC interview over his first 100 days and illegal immigration. Hour 3 Segment 2 Andrew is joined by Rosalind Hanson of Moms for Liberty to talk about President Trump’s first 100 days. Hour 3 Segment 3 Andrew is joined by Jess Ward of the National Taxpayers Union to talk about tax cuts. Hour 3 Segment 4 Andrew wraps up another edition of the show talking about Scott Bessent promising a tax bill by July 4th. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thank you so much for listening to the Bob Harden Show, celebrating nearly 14 years broadcasting on the internet. On Monday's show, we discuss current global events including Trump's tariffs and developments in Iran, Israel and Ukraine with Marc Schulman, Founder and Publisher of HistoryCentral.com. We visit with Demian Brady from the National Taxpayers Union … The post Preserving and Enhancing Federal Tax Cuts appeared first on Bob Harden Show.

First: a conversation with Axios Senior Political reporter Alex Isenstadt about his new book "Revenge: The Inside Story of Trump's Return to Power." Then we speak with Lingling Wei, chief China correspondent for the Wall Street Journal -- about the brewing trade war between the U.S. and China and the impact of retaliatory tariffs. Plus: with TAX DAY earlier this week – a discussion about tax fairness and future of the Trump tax cuts with Pete Sepp of the National Taxpayers Union and David Kass of Americans for Tax Fairness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congressman Andy Biggs shares his insights on the current political landscape in Washington. As a candidate for Arizona governor and host of the podcast "What's the Biggs Idea," he discusses the implications of recent court rulings, the need for judicial reform, and the challenges facing fiscal conservatives in Congress. Additional interview with Pete Sepp, the President of the National Taxpayers Union, who shares his insights on the ongoing efforts to reduce wasteful spending in the U.S. government. With a focus on the Department of Defense, Pete discusses the shocking expenditures and the potential for significant savings, estimating a goal of up to $500 billion. He highlights the importance of fiscal responsibility and the need for reform in government contracting to ensure that taxpayer dollars are used effectively. Final interview with Chris Fenton, media executive and author, shares insights on the intersection of tariffs, border security, and the long-term economic strategy needed to compete globally.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brandon Arnold, Executive Vice President of the National Taxpayers Union, talks about the Congressional agenda as conservatives/Republicans work towards the next federal budget. Now that the CR passed, Congress should concentrate on the economy with good fiscal policy, including tax cuts, and good energy policy. More articles from Brandon here: https://www.ntu.org/about/staff/brandon-arnold More info on NTU here: https://www.ntu.org/ NTU on X: @NTU Download the NewsTalkSTL app from your app store and listen anytime, anywhere! NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(7:05am) Brandon Arnold, Executive Vice President of the National Taxpayers Union, talks about the Congressional agenda as conservatives/Republicans work towards the next federal budget. Now that the CR passed, Congress should concentrate on the economy with good fiscal policy, including tax cuts, and good energy policy. More articles from Brandon here: https://www.ntu.org/about/staff/brandon-arnold More info on NTU here: https://www.ntu.org/ NTU on X: @NTU (7:20am) Chuck Schumer postpones (cancels?) his book tour and deals with angry Democrats along with visiting "The View." Story here: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/schumer-postpones-book-tour-due-to-security-concerns-amid-anger-from-democrats-over-government-funding-fight/ar-AA1B5Lyg?ocid=BingNewsSerp (7:35am) St. Louis County ways fired federal workers can come work for them! Story here: https://www.missourinet.com/2025/03/18/st-louis-county-encourages-fired-federal-workers-to-work-for-them/ (7:50am) We discuss common things that have faded away from our society. Download the NewsTalkSTL app from your app store and listen anytime, anywhere! NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks delves into pressing issues such as government statistics, national security concerns regarding Joe Biden's email handling, and the ongoing government funding debates. The Congresswoman shares her insights on the hypocrisy within the political landscape, particularly regarding the Democrats' stance on government shutdowns and military funding. Alireza Jafarzadeh tackles the intricate landscape of U.S. foreign policy concerning Iran and its implications for the Middle East. Jafarzadeh sheds light on the recent rally for a freer Iran, emphasizing the role of women in the resistance against the oppressive regime. Pete Sepp, the President of the National Taxpayers Union, joins to discuss the rampant waste and abuse within the Department of Defense. From outrageous expenditures to ineffective weapon systems, Pete sheds light on the urgent need for government reform.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark celebrates NBC firing Joy Reid. He discusses the recently released information on multiple intelligence agency employees involvement in sex chats, and more. Mark is then joined by Kimberley Strassel, a columnist and editorial board member for the Wall Street Journal. They discuss her latest piece which is headline, "Trump's Constitutional Cleanup" and more. He later reviews Megan Lynch's (KMOX News Talent) interview with the St Louis Mayor, Tishaura Jones. They play audio from the interview and discuss some of the mayor's comments. In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day, and more. Mark is then joined by Pete Sepp, the President of the National Taxpayers Union. They discuss why congress needs to stop what he calls the "Misguided" IRS relations hiring small businesses. They also discuss his thoughts on tariffs and the harm they could cause US citizens if put into effect. He is later joined by KSDK Sports Director Frank Cusumano who discusses the Cardinals first victory of the spring, the Blues solid start following the midseason break, Mizzou's weekend loss, and more. In hour 3, Mark is joined by John Sailer, the Director of the Higher Education Policy and a Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Institute. They discuss his latest piece in the City Journal which is headlined, "How Universities Get Away with Hiring Radicals" and more. Mark is later joined by Dan O'Neill, a sports journalist and a local author. They discuss his latest piece on danoneill.net headlined, "Arenado Situation Shows Baseball's Lost Soul" and more.

In this segment, Mark is joined by Pete Sepp, the President of the National Taxpayers Union. They discuss why congress needs to stop what he calls the "Misguided" IRS relations hiring small businesses. They also discuss his thoughts on tariffs and the harm they could cause US citizens if put into effect.

In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day, and more. Mark is then joined by Pete Sepp, the President of the National Taxpayers Union. They discuss why congress needs to stop what he calls the "Misguided" IRS relations hiring small businesses. They also discuss his thoughts on tariffs and the harm they could cause US citizens if put into effect. He is later joined by KSDK Sports Director Frank Cusumano who discusses the Cardinals first victory of the spring, the Blues solid start following the midseason break, Mizzou's weekend loss, and more.

Pete Sepp, President of non-profit, non-partisan National Taxpayers Union, joins Kurt & Anthony to talk about Data Privacy. https://www.ntu.org/

Christopher Wray has announced that he will step down as director of the FBI early next year in the wake of President-elect Donald Trump's nomination of Kash Patel to take over the bureau. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) said Wray's departure was an opportunity for a new era of transparency and accountability at the FBI. Attorney General Merrick Garland praised Wray's tenure, writing that under Wray's principled leadership, the FBI has worked to fulfill the Justice Department's mission to keep America safe, protect civil rights, and uphold the rule of law. NTD sits down with John Malcolm, the vice president of the Heritage Foundation's Institute for Constitutional Government, to discuss Wray's decision. Around 20,000 residents are under evacuation orders as the Franklin Fire burns through Malibu, California. Firefighters had some success in battling the blaze on Wednesday thanks to improving weather, but the fire continued to burn across inaccessible and steep terrain. More than a thousand firefighters are battling the blaze, which grew to more than 4,000 acres and is only 7 percent contained. Inflation increased in November for the second month in a row as costs for shelter and food rose. It's now at 2.7 percent, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics—a tenth of one percent higher than in October. NTD sits down with Pete Sepp, the president of the National Taxpayers Union, to discuss what this means for the average American. ⭕️ Watch in-depth videos based on Truth & Tradition at Epoch TV

Hour 3 Segment 1 Andrew Langer fills in for Tony as he is preparing for his Election in Three Bourbons event tonight in Fishers. Andrew starts the final hour of his show talking about the FEMA employee that got fired for skipping Trump supporters who needed hurricane aid.   Hour 3 Segment 2 Andrew is joined by Dara Gottfried, wife of the late comedian Gilbert Gottfried to talk about his upcoming comedy album, Still Screaming.   Hour 3 Segment 3 Andrew talks with Pete Sepp of the National Taxpayers Union, to talk about the latest news for taxpayers.   Hour 3 Segment 4 Andrew wraps up another edition of the show by talking more about Pete Hegseth.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 Segment 1 While Tony is away preparing for his Election in Three Bourbons, Andrew Langer fills in! Andrew starts the show talking about stuff the Biden administration has said over the past years and talks about Hakeem Jeffries.   Hour 1 Segment 2 Andrew answers some fan questions on social media and gets other reactions to Matt Gaetz getting appointed for attorney general.   Hour 1 Segment 3 Andrew talks about how fast Donald Trump's appointees are going and talks more about the Matt Gaetz appointment and gets John Fetterman & Merrick Garland's reactions.   Hour 1 Segment 4 Andrew wraps up the first hour of the show talking about the Merrick Garland colloquy towards Matt Gaetz.   Hour 2 Segment 1 Andrew Langer fills in for Tony as he prepares for his live show in Fishers. Andrew starts the second hour of the show answering fan questions about the senate.   Hour 2 Segment 2 Andrew chats with Tom Sullivan to talk about Small Town Saturday. Andrew also talks about Pete Hegseth and Ben Shapiro's thoughts on the woke military.   Hour 2 Segment 3 Andrew is joined by Julie Gunlock of the Independent Women's Network to talk about the butter recall from Costco, talking about the future with Robert F. Kennedy on his health rules, and Thanksgiving.   Hour 2 Segment 4 Andrew wraps up the second hour of the show talking about his improvement on his diet.  Andrew also talks about censorship and free speech.   Hour 3 Segment 1 Andrew Langer fills in for Tony as he is preparing for his Election in Three Bourbons event tonight in Fishers. Andrew starts the final hour of his show talking about the FEMA employee that got fired for skipping Trump supporters who needed hurricane aid.   Hour 3 Segment 2 Andrew is joined by Dara Gottfried, wife of the late comedian Gilbert Gottfried to talk about his upcoming comedy album, Still Screaming.   Hour 3 Segment 3 Andrew talks with Pete Sepp of the National Taxpayers Union, to talk about the latest news for taxpayers.   Hour 3 Segment 4 Andrew wraps up another edition of the show by talking more about Pete Hegseth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you struggling to buy a home in today's market? Did you know that a staggering 44% of total closing costs for a new home are government fees or taxes? In this eye-opening episode of The Brian Nichols Show, host Brian Nichols sits down with Pete Sepp, president of the National Taxpayers Union, to uncover the hidden costs of homeownership that are making the American dream increasingly unattainable. Studio Sponsor: Cardio Miracle - "Unlock the secret to a healthier heart, increased energy levels, and transform your cardiovascular fitness like never before.": https://www.briannicholsshow.com/heart Pete Sepp reveals the shocking truth behind the skyrocketing costs of buying a home, exposing how government policies and fees are silently inflating prices. From transfer taxes to mandated fees, listeners will learn about the myriad ways the government is working against potential homeowners. But why are these costs so hidden, and why does it seem like no one is talking about them? The conversation takes a critical look at proposed solutions, such as Kamala Harris's suggestion of giving $25,000 to all first-time homebuyers. Sepp explains why this band-aid approach might actually worsen the problem, drawing parallels to how federal aid has affected college tuition costs. Is there a better way to address the housing affordability crisis? Brian and Pete dive deep into the cultural shift towards quick-fix solutions in politics and society at large. They explore the generational divide in understanding these issues and discuss the potential consequences of short-term thinking. Are we setting up future generations for failure with our current approach to housing policy? Finally, the episode concludes with a call to action for listeners. Pete Sepp emphasizes the importance of questioning government policies and their impact on housing affordability. He encourages viewers to get involved in local and state-level taxpayer groups to demand accountability. Don't miss this crucial conversation that could change the way you think about homeownership and government's role in the housing market! ❤️ Order Cardio Miracle (https://www.briannicholsshow.com/heart) with code TBNS at checkout for 15% off and take a step towards better heart health and overall well-being! ☕ Elevate your morning routine with Colockum Craft Coffee (https://www.colockumcraft.coffee)! Use code BNS10 at checkout for an exclusive 10% off and experience the difference of small-batch, artisanal roasts.

Labor unions were spawned when employers imposed oppressive working conditions on their workers.  The Internal Revenue Code has spawned a union of its own in the National Taxpayers Union.  The NTU keeps an eye on Congress and rates its members on how their votes affect the taxpayers' pockets.This week, the FAIRtax Guys examine the NTU scores for the 26 Congressional representatives who are current cosponsors of the FAIRtax bill.

The FTC is trying to stop the merger of Kroger and Albertsons claiming it would lead to higher prices and lower wages.  However, the retailers argue that combining forces does the opposite. INTERVIEW: Pete Sepp/Pres. National Taxpayers Union Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Broeske & Musson' on all platforms:   ---    The ‘Broeske & Musson Podcast' is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  ‘Broeske & Musson'  Weekdays 9-11 AM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ  | Facebook | Podcast| X |   --- Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To some degree, there's one area of economic policy that find agreement with some Republicans and some Democrats. The problem is that area of agreement pushes prices up on things most people need to buy. In this discussion, the National Taxpayer Union's Bryan Riley discusses the effort to use tariffs (and other costs added to imports) and how that affects our cost of living. For more information: https://www.ntu.org/publications/detail/import-taxes-inflate-back-to-school-prices-2

Morning news headline and commentary. Brian Riley checks in from National Taxpayers Union...Sen. Wyden in favor of tarrifs raising the cost of our clothes. Good plan?

Mike Ferguson in the Morning 08-27-24 Bryan Riley, Director of Free Trade Initiative at the National Taxpayers Union, talks about legislators attempting to impose a big tax increase on low-income families by ending the "de minimis" exemption in tariff law that spares goods valued under $800 originating from non-market economies like China. Bryan's article here: https://www.aier.org/article/trivial-tariff-would-cost-the-poor-billions/ More from Bryan here: https://www.ntu.org/publications/detail/import-taxes-inflate-back-to-school-prices-2 (https://www.ntu.org/foundation/about/staff/bryan-riley-2) (https://www.ntu.org/)   NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Ferguson in the Morning 08-27-24 (6:05am) Mark Zuckerberg FINALLY admits that Facebook censored posts, info, and opinions at the specific request (i.e., pressure) of the Biden Administration. Story here: https://www.politico.com/news/2024/08/26/zuckerberg-meta-white-house-pressure-00176399   Some metro area schools are cracking down on cell phones in class. Story here: School districts across the area start the year off with strict cell phone bans (firstalert4.com)   The out-of-town broadcast team for the San Diego Padres asked the question last night that we'd also like answered...where are the fans at Busch Stadium? Announced attendance was once again under 30,000 at 28,697, and if you looked around the stadium, it looked like it was half that amount in the stands.    (6:22am) Biden's on the beach, Harris is somewhere on the road...HEY!! Who's minding the store? The (D) stands for dysfunctional. We discuss.   (6:37am) Bryan Riley, Director of Free Trade Initiative at the National Taxpayers Union, talks about legislators attempting to impose a big tax increase on low-income families by ending the "de minimis" exemption in tariff law that spares goods valued under $800 originating from non-market economies like China. Bryan's article here: https://www.aier.org/article/trivial-tariff-would-cost-the-poor-billions/ More from Bryan here: https://www.ntu.org/publications/detail/import-taxes-inflate-back-to-school-prices-2 (https://www.ntu.org/foundation/about/staff/bryan-riley-2) (https://www.ntu.org/)   (6:50am) MORNING NEWS DUMP President Trump laid a wreath at Arlington Cemetery on the anniversary of the terrorist attack on Abbey Gate in Kabul when 13 American service members lost their lives. Story here: https://redstate.com/nick-arama/2024/08/26/trump-is-already-doing-the-duties-of-president-while-biden-and-harris-are-mia-n2178543 The Q in the Lou BBQ festival has been cancelled. It was scheduled for Sept. 6-8 at the Arch.  Story here: https://www.firstalert4.com/2024/08/26/q-lou-canceled/ Special counsel Jack Smith has asked a federal appeals court to reinstate the classified documents case against former President Trump after it was dismissed by a judge last month. Story here: https://nypost.com/2024/08/26/us-news/special-counsel-jack-smith-urges-appeals-court-to-reinstate-classified-docs-case-against-trump/ A federal judge in the 8th US Circuit Court has struck down Missouri's SAPA law. Attorney General Andrew Bailey is considering options for what to do next regarding an appeal. Cardinals lost to the San Diego Padres (or Friars, as Mike likes to refer to them) 7-4. Game 2 of the 3-game series at Busch Stadium is tonight at 6:45pm.  NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMSSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When Microsoft Corp. won a $94 million income tax refund from the California Office of Tax Appeals in February, it was considered one of the biggest victories for corporate taxpayers ever in California. Now it's unclear if Microsoft will get that refund, or if other multinationals with similar claims will either. A law passed in June reversed the ruling upholding Microsoft's refund, and the first two lawsuits challenging the reversal landed last week. The intent of the new law (S.B. 167) is to avoid $1.3 billion in refunds to companies with similar claims pending for past tax years and $200 million a year in refunds going forward. The law does this by declaring that the California Franchise Tax Board's position in Microsoft's case pertaining to the tax treatment of income repatriated from abroad has been law since it issued a legal notice on the subject in 2006. The newly filed lawsuits from the California Taxpayers Association and National Taxpayers Union make it unclear when the dust will settle. On this episode of Talking Tax, Bloomberg Tax senior correspondent Laura Mahoney talks to Gina Rodriquez and Josh Booth, principals in the Sacramento office of global tax services firm Ryan LLC, about what the tax changes mean for other multinationals and for California. Do you have feedback on this episode of Talking Tax? Give us a call and leave a voicemail at 703-341-3690.

Mike Ferguson in the Morning 08-13-24 Pete Sepp, President of the non-profit, non-partisan National Taxpayers Union, talks about Gov. Tim Walz's career voting record on taxes, spending, and regulations.  (https://www.ntu.org/) (https://www.ntu.org/about/staff/pete-sepp)   NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: http://bit.ly/newstalkstlstreamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Ferguson in the Morning 08-13-24 We discuss last night's Trump-Musk chat which pulled in millions of views. It's now also available on YouTube and Rumble. MSM didn't react well at all. The entire process circumvented their perceived role as gatekeepers. Too bad. Story here: https://redstate.com/jenniferoo/2024/08/12/trump-on-x-taps-into-a-voting-bloc-that-legacy-media-doesnt-even-know-exists-n2178040   Some St. Charles County voters are questioning the results of a committeewoman vote in last week's primary election. We discuss how the story from FOX2 News was handled very poorly as St. Charles County Director of Elections Kurt Bahr was never contacted regarding the accusation. Story here: https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/st-charles-county-voters-suspect-voter-fraud-from-election-director/?utm_campaign=socialflow&utm_source=t.co&utm_medium=referral   An anti-police activist is accused of property damage during the protests against the Ferguson police department, and he's on the St. Louis civilian police oversight board...you just can't make this stuff up. And he's a delegate to the DNC Convention...well, of course he is. Story here:  https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/st-louis-activist-oversight-board-member-charged-in-protest/   (6:35am) Pete Sepp, President of the non-profit, non-partisan National Taxpayers Union, talks about Gov. Tim Walz's career voting record on taxes, spending, and regulations.  (https://www.ntu.org/) (https://www.ntu.org/about/staff/pete-sepp)   MORNING NEWS DUMP: Texas wants hospitals to track how many patients are citizens and how many are illegal aliens, and more importantly, how much they're costing the state in funding! Story here: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/gov-abbott-issues-executive-order-requiring-texas-hospitals-to-gather-data-on-immigration-statuses/ar-AA1oB3k3?ocid=BingNewsSerp Israel expects more attacks soon. A state audit of the St. Louis Public School District begins today. There's a lot of fishy numbers floating around. Superintendent Keisha Scarlett has been placed on leave.  A couple dozen visitors to the Arch were stuck in the north leg's tram on Monday afternoon as it made its way back down to earth. The Fire Dept. got everyone out OK. The north side of the Arch is temporarily closed. Cardinals opened their series with the Reds in Cincinnati with a 6-1 loss. Game 2 of 3 is this evening at 5:40pm.    NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewsTalkSTL Livestream 24/7: http://bit.ly/newstalkstlstreamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pete Sepp from the National Taxpayers' Union reviews the Congressional voting record of now-Governor and Vice Presidential Nominee Tim Walz. The focus of their ratings is on how taxpayer-friendly his spending, taxing, and regulatory votes were while in theUS House. For more minformation: https://www.ntu.org/ratecongress/legislator/timothy-walz

Mike Ferguson in the Morning 07-10-24 Andrew Wilford from the National Taxpayers Union talks about their ratings on members of Congress regarding tax votes. He also discusses the St. Louis City 1% earnings tax and the city's reticence to pay those funds back to employees who don't live or work in the city.  (https://www.ntu.org/) Information on claiming your refund from STL City: https://www.ntu.org/foundation/detail/heres-how-to-claim-your-st-louis-earnings-tax-refund Here's their Congressional ratings list: https://www.ntu.org/ratecongress NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Livestream 24/7: http://bit.ly/newstalkstlstreamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Ferguson in the Morning 07-10-24 The Left has conniption fits about Project 2025. Story here: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/project-2025-clarifies-its-policy-proposals-in-myths-vs-facts-rebuttal/ar-BB1pHqI9?ocid=BingNewsVerp Also story here: https://redstate.com/jerrywilson/2024/07/04/joy-reid-reaches-new-heights-in-not-only-trump-derangement-syndrome-but-derangement-period-n2176391 Specific response to accusations from the Left regarding Project 2025: https://x.com/Prjct2025/status/1810735701308195326 Also response here: https://www.dailysignal.com/2024/07/09/pants-fire-3-major-biden-whoppers-project-2025/   Andrew Wilford from the National Taxpayers Union talks about their ratings on members of Congress regarding tax votes. He also discusses the St. Louis City 1% earnings tax and the city's reticence to pay those funds back to employees who don't live or work in the city.  (https://www.ntu.org/) Information on claiming your refund from STL City: https://www.ntu.org/foundation/detail/heres-how-to-claim-your-st-louis-earnings-tax-refund Here's their Congressional ratings list: https://www.ntu.org/ratecongress Do you have "tattoo regret?" Gen Z folks seem to lead the pack of regret. We discuss the issue. Story here: https://www.msn.com/en-us/music/news/gen-z-is-experiencing-tattoo-regret-social-media-may-be-to-blame/ar-BB1pC4Rq?ocid=BingNewsSerp   NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Livestream 24/7: http://bit.ly/newstalkstlstreamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mattias Gugel is the Director of State External Affairs for the National Taxpayers Union. No more gimmicky tax credits funded by higher taxes

Demian Brady from the National Taxpayers Union provides details on the apparent lag the IRS is experiencing when it comes to hiring the 87,000 new agents funded by the Inflation Reduction Act. So far, the agency is falling short of their recruiting goals. Brady discusses the logistics, politics, and realities of the situation. For more information: https://www.ntu.org/foundation/detail/qualified-applicants-arent-jumping-to-work-for-the-irs

Mike Ferguson in the Morning 06-24-24 Andrew Wilford from the National Taxpayers Union talks about St. Louis City balking at refunding some of the 1% earnings tax refunds that they improperly collected. Andrew's article here: https://www.ntu.org/foundation/detail/st-louiss-half-hearted-remote-work-amends-shouldnt-preclude-state-action (https://www.ntu.org/) (https://www.ntu.org/about/staff/andrew-wilford-2) MORNING NEWS DUMP: Rep. Elise Stefanik blasts the administration regarding open borders and illegal immigrants committing murder, sexual assault, vandalism, and theft. SCOTUS upholds a federal gun control law preventing domestic abusers from owning guns. St. Louis County police say a juvenile is being held in custody after terrorizing patrons at the AMC Creve Coeur 12 Theater by shooting a toy gun at the audience.  According to Trilby Lundberg, gas prices may begin to edge upward over the next few weeks. Several businesses has their vendor booths literally blown away at the St. Francois County Fair in Farmington, MO, over the weekend due to a medical helicopter landing the wrong spot. Cardinals completed a weekend sweep of the San Francisco Giants with a 5-3 win on Sunday at Busch Stadium. The homestand continues tonight with the first of 3 against the Atlanta Braves. First pitch at 6:45pm.  We discuss issues surrounding gun control laws following the SCOTUS ruling on Friday that upholds a federal gun control law preventing domestic abusers from owning guns. We also discuss the story from KSDK-Ch. 5 which is basically an endorsement and fundraising story for a left-wing gun control group and includes a link for donations. Story here: https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/local/as-seen-on-tv/st-louis-city-moms-demand-action-continues-pushing-change/63-40d804e4-f3c9-47f1-9061-bf62e689a830 NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Livestream 24/7: http://bit.ly/newstalkstlstreamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Ferguson in the Morning 06-24-24 Andrew Wilford from the National Taxpayers Union talks about St. Louis City balking at refunding some of the 1% earnings tax refunds that they improperly collected. Andrew's article here: https://www.ntu.org/foundation/detail/st-louiss-half-hearted-remote-work-amends-shouldnt-preclude-state-action (https://www.ntu.org/) (https://www.ntu.org/about/staff/andrew-wilford-2) NewsTalkSTL website: https://newstalkstl.com/ Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsTalkSTL Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/NewstalkSTL Livestream 24/7: http://bit.ly/newstalkstlstreamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A robust cash edge by President Joe Biden is now wiped out by former President Donald Trump, who is riding on a surge of donations after his conviction. What are the two candidates' latest strategies as they are full steam ahead to next week's debate? Republicans are pressing Democrats for seeking to include women in the draft. The issue is putting Senate incumbents in the spotlight. The U.S. federal deficit will hit nearly $2 trillion in fiscal year 2024. What policies and legislation led to this record-high deficit? We talk to Brandon Arnold, executive vice president of the National Taxpayers Union, to break it all down. ⭕️ Watch in-depth videos based on Truth & Tradition at Epoch TV

In this hour, hosts Mark Cox and Ethan Bright discuss the latest news stories without their co-hosts who are on vacation. They talk about a 14-year-old girl from Indiana who was kidnapped by 5 illegal immigrants and how the Biden administration's border policies have led to more crimes. 

Captain Hung Cao- US Senate candidate (VA), Author: "Call Me An American" Pete Sepp- President, National Taxpayers Union discussing IRS reform bill 80th Anniversary of the D-Day Invasion Biden disgraces Normandy with his draft dodging presence Illegal immigrants are suing our government for attempting to enforce our laws FBI goes after political figures, while ignoring Epstein's client list Shaun is closing his Elmhurst cigar storeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brandon Arnold from the National Taxpayers Union comments on some recent announcements that some companies are backing off of their ESG (environmental and social governance) investing policies. To Arnold, this is a step in the right direction for consumers, investors, and environmental concerns.

In this episode, Brandon Arnold, Executive Vice President of the National Taxpayers Union, discusses the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act and its impact on American families and small businesses. The act includes provisions such as an expanded child tax credit and cost recovery provisions for small businesses. Brandon emphasizes the importance of fiscal policy and the need for responsible spending cuts. He also discusses the future of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and the challenges of addressing the national debt. Main Street Matters is part of the Salem Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Wednesday & Friday. For more information visit JobCreatorsNetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A recent wave of minimum wage increases across several states in the U.S. may have significant knock-on effects, such as the potential rise in the cost of popular fast food items. Some analysts believe that classic fast-food favorites such as McDonald's Big Mac could well surpass the $15 mark in the affected states. Brandon Arnold, deputy head of the financially-focused think tank, the National Taxpayers Union, highlighted the impact of California's new policy requiring fast-food staff to earn a minimum of $20 per hour as an alarming trend. Arnold's comments during a conversation with Fox News on a recent Monday suggested that businesses would be left with few alternatives but to adjust their pricing model or find ways to trim labor costs. In some cases, companies may potentially deploy cautious mix of the two to balance everything out. The repercussions will likely be felt by regular fast-food consumers, as their favorite meals may start to pinch their pockets slightly more. At present, Massachusetts holds the dubious record for the most expensive Big Mac in the U.S., with a price tag of $7.09, as per financial data provided by Zippia. Yet, it's a different story in North Carolina and Wyoming, where the same iconic burger is available at a much affordable $4.19. The nationwide average price for a Big Mac currently stands at $5.17, yet these figures can be expected to wobble following the wage changes. In California, the new $20 hourly minimum wage for fast-food workers is set to be implemented from April onwards. In anticipation of this increase, companies like McDonald's and Chipotle have already announced their intentions to raise the prices of their offerings at various locations across the Golden State beginning from this year. Arnold further shared his thoughts on how employers might respond to the change in labor costs. He anticipates no swell of immediate layoffs, but he doesn't rule that possibility out entirely in the long run. McDonald's, being one of the globally recognized fast-food chains, is drawing particular interest in this conversation, although they have yet to comment on this particular issue. Pizza Hut has already shown a potential reaction to the new minimum wage laws. The popular pizza chain announced last week that they would be laying off in excess of 1,200 delivery drivers in California, presumably as a preemptive move with the upcoming state regulations. Looking ahead, Arnold surmises that the fast food sector could experience a job reduction rate somewhere between 10 to 15%. In his view, fast-food workers may prefer to stay employed at shorter wages, such as $8, $9 or $10 per hour, rather than face the harsh reality of unemployment. This could potentially tap into the ongoing debate over the balance between employee wages and job security. These concerns are echoed by others in the industry as well. An example can be found in McDonald's U.S. operations chief who expressed concerns about the viability of small business restaurants under California's looming wage regulations. He believes it could make running such businesses unfeasibly challenging if the wages were hiked as planned. Brandon Arnold reiterates his view on the situation by highlighting the likely consequences of the new minimum wage laws—potential employee layoffs and higher costs for customers to bear. His comments lend a certain air of concern to those who value fast-food enterprises for their affordability and the part they play in economic growth. This minimum wage shift reflects deeper legislative changes underway in the country. 25 states, along with Washington, DC, have passed legislation to up the minimum wage. 22 of these states saw the laws taking effect on the very first Monday of the new year. Nevada and parts of Oregon will experience the minimum wage hike from July 1, whilst Florida plans to implement their new minimum wage scheme later in the year on September 30. McDonald's, in its adherence to these wage laws, has indicated its plans to subsequently increase menu prices in California, where fast-food establishments will be legally obligated to pay workers a minimum of $20 per hour from later this year. New York has also jumped on the wage increase bandwagon, as reflected in the New Year's raise in minimum wage in several areas. New York City, Long Island and Westchester County saw minimum wages go up by $1, moving from $15 to $16. Elsewhere within the state, the new minimum wage will be $15, showing an increase from the previous $14.20. The steep hike in California's minimum wage policy has excited a variety of commentaries from various corners of the industry. The president of McDonald's USA, Joe Erlinger, openly laments these policies in a public correspondence. He sees a possible risk of these developments ostensibly thwarting growth and prompting businesses to reevaluate their operations within the Golden State. In Erlinger's view, these 'problematic' policies appear to be a part of California's pattern of pushing up the prices, thereby causing not only potential damage to small and large businesses alike but also directly impacting consumers. He laments the possible detrimental effects of this so-called 'bad policy and bad politics' to the state's economy. If these predictions hold, the consumers' takeaway from this situation might very well be increased prices of their beloved fast-food items. The unfolding saga of the minimum wage increases holds the potential to redefine the fast-food landscape, in terms of not only the costs of their favorite burgers but also the economic and labor trends within the industry. This Post First Appeared on Real News Now: https://realnewsnow.com/15-big-macs-could-become-reality-thanks-to-minimum-wage-hike/ Visit Real News Now for more breaking news and stories https://www.realnewsnow.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealNewsNowApp/ X Twitter: https://twitter.com/realnewsapp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realnews/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realnewsnowapp    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guests: Pete Sepp, President, National Taxpayers Union

Episode 70 of the Let People Prosper show is with Pete Sepp, president of the National Taxpayers Union. We discuss: -Predatory practices of the government and IRS, and the importance of protecting taxpayers and restraining government spending. -The costly tradeoffs of recent antitrust lawsuits, such as the cases against Google and Amazon, and how they threaten capitalism and consumers; and -Potential consequences of Biden's AI regulation and whether or not this technology threatens us and jobs. Please share this episode on social media and provide a rating and review. Also, subscribe and see show notes for this episode on Substack (www.vanceginn.substack.com) and visit my website for economic insights (www.vanceginn.com).

Thank you for listening to the 34th episode of "This Week's Economy," where I briefly recap and share my insights on key economic and policy news. Please share this episode on social media and provide a rating and review. Also, subscribe and see show notes for this episode on Substack (www.vanceginn.substack.com) and visit my website for economic insights (www.vanceginn.com). Today, I cover: 1) National: The pressing issues missing from the most recent presidential debate, how President Biden's new executive order will affect the AI industry, interesting findings from The Fraser Institute's new Economic Freedom of North America Report, and how Sam Bankman-Fried's guilty verdict could impact digital currencies; 2) States: Which ballot items from Texas' latest election passed and how the results will impact the Lone Star State's future; and 3) Other: My exciting podcast episode with Dr. Carlos Carvalho featuring insights on what caused Brazil's hyperinflation and my upcoming episode with Pete Sepp, president of National Taxpayers Union.

* Shame: Trump visited Drake Enterprises, a non-unionized auto parts factory, on Wednesday night. * Honesty Is The Issue! - Donald claimed “thousands of people” had gathered to listen to his speech to autoworkers on strike, but the rally was much smaller and those in attendance were not UAW workers. * Sam Recommends What Trump Should Have Done Instead - Hint: The New Media Takes Center Stage! * Katie Hobbs Stepping Down as Arizona Governor Raises Questions - Newsweek. * Dr. Rand Paul Named 'Taxpayers' Friend' - the National Taxpayers Union, NTU.org * The Grace Of All Mighty God Along With Our Greater Numbers Will Guarantee Our Success, If We Simply Keep The Commandments!

Campus Reform Higher Education Fellow Nicholas Giordano says all Americans should read core American documents in order to reverse “Constitutional ignorance.” “We are not going to be able to hold government accountable if we don't know the Constitution ourselves,” says Giordano. Also talks about why it's essential for schools to educate young Americans about their Constitutional rights. “The American people need to realize that we are one of the youngest countries in the entire world, yet we have the oldest codified Constitution. There's a reason for that.” Additional interviews with Nicole Neily, President- Parents Defending Education, Brandon Arnold- Executive Vice President, National Taxpayers Union.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.