A culinary union has rejected former President Donald Trump’s promise to eliminate taxes on income earned by service workers through tips, calling it a “wild election promise.”
During a Las Vegas rally on June 9, the presumptive Republican Presidential nominee vowed to change federal law to exempt workers who earn tips from paying taxes.
In a Fox News poll, Trump held a 5-point lead over President Joe Biden in Nevada, with the state split 50 to 45.
Trump assured his supporters, “We will not be charging taxes on people giving tips,” promising to act on it immediately upon taking office. He expressed appreciation for the excellent service provided by workers.
However, the Culinary Workers Union Local 226 of Nevada, aligned with Biden’s campaign, swiftly dismissed Trump’s proposal after he announced it.
Ted Pappageorge, the secretary-treasurer of the Culinary Union, stated that while relief is needed for tip earners, Nevada workers can discern between genuine solutions and far-fetched promises made by a former president convicted of felonies.
Trump also announced the plans on his Truth Social Platform, emphasizing his advocacy for relieving service workers from tip taxation. Notably, former Representative Ron Paul had supported a similar proposal during his 2012 Presidential campaign.
“It was my idea that Tips should not be taxed, and only I will GET IT DONE—and do it immediately upon my return to the White House,” Trump reiterated.
He asserted that Biden would not be able to implement his proposed initiatives, touting himself as a man of action. Trump urged all Union and Non-Union Workers in the U.S. to support him, highlighting his track record of fulfilling promises to workers.