California's 'billionaire tax' will be 'disastrous' and cause wealthy to flee, economist predicts
A one-time 5% tax on billionaires' net worth aims to fund 90% healthcare spending but faces criticism for risking investment and wealthy resident departures, polls show 60% support.
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Big-time money squabbles: the conflict over California’s proposed billionaire tax
Even while many Americans struggle with the cost of living, a proposed tax on California’s wealthiest people is loaded with controversy. The proposal would see a one-time 5% tax levied on California residents whose net worth exceeds $1.1 billion. But the proposal, which could potentially be on the state’s ballot during the November midterms, has led to infighting within both political parties and included California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D).‘It wil…
Financial News Network - California's 'billionaire tax' will be 'disastrous' and cause wealthy to flee, economist predicts
An economic expert is warning that California's billionaire tax proposal could devastate the economy and lead to an exodus of high-income earners.Read More …
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