In a bold move that will surely have working Americans cheering, President Trump just unveiled a monumental new plan to eliminate all taxes on overtime pay. That’s right, Trump is aiming to make sure those putting in the extra hours get to keep every single cent of their hard-earned cash, tax-free. And honestly, it’s about time someone stood up for the folks busting their backs week after week.
Speaking at a rally, Trump broke down his new proposal, saying, “The people who work overtime are among the hardest working citizens in our country—when you pass 40 hours a week, your overtime hours will be tax-free.” This is vintage Trump, zeroing in on the working-class voters who have been left behind by bloated government policies for far too long.
BREAKING NOW: Trump announces monumental new plan to eliminate ALL TAXES ON OVERTIME pay.
"The people who work overtime are among the hardest working citizens in our country — When you pass 40 hours a week, your overtime hours will be tax free."pic.twitter.com/jZhWEQX4og
— Chuck Callesto (@ChuckCallesto) September 12, 2024
The idea is simple: reward hard work. Right now, millions of Americans work extra hours to make ends meet, only to see a chunk of their overtime pay snatched away by Uncle Sam. It’s a raw deal, and Trump’s plan would fix that by removing federal income taxes on overtime earnings. This move could put real money back into the pockets of those who need it most—construction workers, nurses, retail employees, and anyone else grinding out long hours to keep this country running.
Critics will probably scream about “lost revenue” for the government (because that’s all they ever care about), but let’s face it, the government isn’t exactly hurting for cash. Washington wastes billions every year on pork projects, frivolous spending, and bureaucratic red tape. Meanwhile, the American worker gets squeezed at every turn. Trump’s plan would shift the balance a bit, giving a well-deserved break to those who actually fuel the economy.
This tax cut on overtime would provide direct relief to workers across industries, encouraging people to take on extra hours without the dread of losing a hefty portion of their paycheck to taxes. And let’s be honest: who better to spend that money than the people who earned it? After all, more take-home pay means more spending, more investment, and more growth—things the economy desperately needs, especially after the chaos of the Biden administration’s economic policies.
As Trump positions himself for another run at the White House, proposals like this remind everyone why his “America First” platform resonated so deeply with millions of voters. Once again, Trump is betting on the American worker—and once again, it’s looking like a winning hand.
I want Trump to be our next president but he may be pandering with the “no tax on overtime” idea. Also, what a nightmare no tax on overtime would be to monitor by the government and the payroll department. It isn’t practical, there would be cheating and it isn’t fair to those who do not receive or have the opportunity for overtime.