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Summer Programs for Kids at Risk Due to Trump Grant Funding Cuts
Tax Dollars Some after-school and summer programs may begin to cut back hours or shut down entirely due to federal cuts to volunteer programs.
By Gabriella Cruz-Martínez Published
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Social Security Under Trump Live Updates: Final Blog Post — for Now
Social Security Blog Social Security has undergone big changes in 2025 under President Trump. Get live daily news, updates, tips and analysis to help you navigate the developments.
By Donna LeValley Last updated
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Ask the Editor — Questions on the One Big Beautiful Bill
Ask the Editor In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, we answer tax questions from readers on the House-passed “One Big Beautiful Bill.”
By Joy Taylor Published
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What Do Trump's Pardons for Rich Tax Evaders Mean for IRS Enforcement?
Tax Law Recent pardons raise questions about tax fairness and the difference between tax avoidance and evasion.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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Will State Laws Hurt AI’s Future?
The Kiplinger Letter Republicans in Congress are considering a moratorium on state AI laws. But it’s likely a growing patchwork of state AI regulations will be here for a while.
By John Miley Published
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Ask the Editor — Reader Questions on Gifts, Estate Tax
In this week's Ask the Editor Q&A, we answer tax questions from readers on gifts, the estate tax and stepped-up basis upon death.
By Joy Taylor Published
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SALT Cap Increase? What to Expect in 2025 Tax Reform
Tax Deductions Some lawmakers say it’s past time to increase the $10,000 cap on state and local tax deductions.
By Kelley R. Taylor Last updated
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AI Goes To School
The Kiplinger Letter Artificial intelligence is rapidly heading to K-12 classrooms nationwide. Expect tech companies to cash in on the fast-emerging trend.
By John Miley Published
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Ask the Editor, May 16 — Reader Questions on Capital Gains
In our latest Ask the Editor round-up, Joy Taylor, The Kiplinger Tax Letter Editor, answers three questions from readers on capital gains.
By Joy Taylor Published