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Representative Tom Tiffany of Wisconsin has criticized Democrats for supporting extensive tax increases that impact families, workers, and seniors, including reductions to the Child Tax Credit. His statement was made on the social media platform X.

"Democrats voted for the largest tax increase in American history," said Tiffany. "They voted to slash the Child Tax Credit in half. They voted to tax your tips, your overtime, and even raise taxes on seniors. Never forget what they stand for."

Tiffany praised the One Big Beautiful Bill following its passage, describing it as "the largest tax cut in American history" and asserting that it prevents "the largest tax hike in history." He emphasized its benefits for small businesses, seniors, and workers. According to his congressional press release, Tiffany portrayed the bill as essential tax relief.

The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimates that the One Big Beautiful Bill Act will reduce federal tax revenues by approximately $4.46 trillion over ten years while adding roughly $3 trillion to the national debt. CBO projections highlight the legislation's significant fiscal impact.

The bill increases the Child Tax Credit from $2,000 to $2,200 per qualifying child and ties it to inflation starting in 2026. However, it requires work-eligible Social Security numbers for parents, potentially excluding over 4.5 million U.S. citizen children. Kiplinger notes this as a significant shift in eligibility criteria.

Tom Tiffany was born on December 30, 1957, and has represented Wisconsin’s 7th District in Congress since 2020 after serving in both the State Assembly and Senate. According to Wikipedia, he holds a Bachelor of Science degree in agricultural economics and focuses on fiscal conservatism, agriculture, and rural development.