House GOP Pushes Tax Cuts, Skips Social Security Promise

House Republicans unveiled a tax cut package on May 15, 2025, aimed at boosting economic growth, but the proposal notably excludes President Donald Trump’s campaign promise to eliminate Social Security taxes. 

The plan includes a $4,000 tax deduction for seniors, designed to ease financial burdens for retirees, alongside reductions in corporate and individual income taxes. GOP leaders argue the cuts will stimulate investment and job creation, aligning with Trump’s economic vision. 

However, the omission of the Social Security tax cut has sparked criticism from both Democrats and some conservative voters.

Democrats contend the package disproportionately benefits high earners and corporations, doing little for middle- and working-class families. 

They also warn that excluding the Social Security tax cut could signal fiscal irresponsibility, as such a move would have strained the program’s funding without a clear replacement plan. 

On X, users expressed frustration, with some accusing the GOP of backtracking on Trump’s populist pledges. 

Analysts suggest the omission reflects internal party concerns about ballooning deficits, especially after recent projections showed Social Security’s trust fund nearing depletion by 2035.

The proposal faces a tough road in the Senate, where Democrats hold a slim majority and are likely to demand broader tax relief for low-income households. 

House Speaker Mike Johnson defended the package, emphasizing its focus on economic growth and senior support. 

Yet, the absence of the Social Security tax cut has fueled debates about the GOP’s priorities and Trump’s influence over the party’s legislative agenda. 

As negotiations unfold, the tax package’s fate will test Republican unity and their ability to deliver on campaign promises.