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Strategic insight from our co-founder Jeff J. Burton in Bloomberg Tax on the GOP’s political calculus: “I’m not saying the GOP will win on this, or in the midterms. But they have a far better chance of making this a winner – or at least not a loser – based on the timing of the package, the other activities of the Trump administration, and the united front the Party will put forth in their messaging and campaigns.” Political success isn’t just about policy, it’s about timing, messaging, and strategic coordination. Jeff’s analysis highlights the critical elements that can make or break legislative initiatives. Read the full piece by David M. Drucker: https://lnkd.in/gdKUfZ2j

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“They are so busy with the reconciliation agenda that there isn’t much room for anything else right now,” Jeff J. Burton a Republican lobbyist and former GOP House aide, said. “I don’t see House Republicans, in particular, having much push back on tariffs anytime soon.” https://lnkd.in/gRqxpzjQ

Maven Insights from Jeff J. Burton: Thursday Night Reconciliation Update The House Budget Committee is still scheduled to move forward with its markup on Friday. But conservative hardliners on the committee, Reps. Roy, Norman, Clyde, Brecheen, and possibly Smucker, have enough votes to block it. With only a five-vote margin, three defections could stop the process in its tracks. Reps. Roy and Norman are especially concerned that the Congressional Budget Office won’t release updated cost and savings estimates until next week. They also argue the current bill lacks sufficient repeal of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and fails to deliver meaningful Medicaid reform. On the IRA front, the sticking point is the 2029 phaseout. These members understand how Congress operates—when a phaseout is set years down the road, it typically never happens. They want to see real savings within the next two years, or at least during Trump’s term. Leadership continues to negotiate on SALT. Expect a compromise around a mid-$40,000 cap. There are three key moments for amending the bill: 1. During Friday’s Budget Committee hearing 2. In the Rules Committee (tentatively Monday) 3. In the manager’s amendment on the floor Most changes will likely be folded into the manager’s amendment. Despite the uncertainty, I expect the Friday markup to proceed. Still, we could see a repeat of the last Congress: a public hearing, followed by a break for behind-the-scenes negotiations—potentially leading to a delayed vote or a last-minute deal. The Speaker is committed to maintaining momentum and getting this passed before the next recess—even if that means cancelling Memorial Day plans. Trump has been in the Middle East and hasn’t weighed in yet. He returns late Friday or early Saturday. Once he’s back, the real push will begin. Expect ongoing changes all the way through the final vote. Whether it all comes together on the floor remains to be seen.

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