
After failing to block from the ballot a measure that would enact a billionaire tax in his state, California Gov. Gavin Newsom is now proposing a national wealth tax of his own. Limited time: Save 25% on NBC News subscription Get exclusive reporting, live Q&As and ad-free reading. In a lengthy Substack post and video released Friday morning, Newsom — who opposes a proposed one-time levy in his own state as he mulls a 2028 presidential run — said he instead supported a more expansive plan.
Main Idea: Gavin Newsom is pushing a national wealth tax plan after losing a fight over a billionaire tax ballot measure in California.
Key Points:
A new wealth tax could raise costs and legal fights that may unsettle investors and small businesses, while the policy may not reach ordinary workers right away.
A national tax on billionaires could bring in revenue for health care, education, and AI job support if Congress or future leaders adopt it.
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