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Kamala Harris Faces Criticism Over Tax Plan and Crypto Stance

Aug 22, 2024
  1. Backlash Over Kamala Harris’ Tax Plan
  2. Leaders Question Harris’ Pro-crypto Shift
  3. Economic Plan Labeled As ‘Disastrous’

Vice President Kamala Harris faces mounting criticism over her recent economic proposals, including her support for President Joe Biden's ambitious tax plan and her stance on crypto regulation. Crypto industry leaders have also joined the fray, putting Harris’ crypto reset efforts in jeopardy.

Backlash Over Kamala Harris’ Tax Plan

Recently, Kamala Harris publicly supported Biden’s historic 44.6% capital gains tax proposal. This plan includes a 25% tax on unrealized gains for high-net-worth individuals. Elon Musk, known for his provocative online presence, responded to the tax plan with a sarcastic “Wow.” Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko criticized the proposal as 'beautifully communist,' arguing that it represents a suppression of individual entrepreneurship in favor of benefiting a faceless bureaucratic system. Yakovenko questioned why the VP isn’t focusing on 'taxing sovereign funds investing wealth they plundered from millions of people.'

Can't believe polymarket is selling a full 25% tax on unrealized gains dollar at basically half off.Anatoly Yakovenko

Leaders Question Harris’ Pro-crypto Shift

In a contrasting move, the Kamala Harris campaign has signaled support for measures to boost growth in the digital asset sector. Brian Nelson, a senior policy adviser, indicated that Harris will support policies aimed at nurturing emerging technologies and industries, including crypto. With growing criticism over the tax plan, even the pro-crypto shift hasn’t come to Harris’ rescue as crypto leaders questioned her motives.

Current admin, of which Harris is a part, is decidedly anti-crypto.Nate Geraci

Economic Plan Labeled As ‘Disastrous’

Harris’ recent speech at the Democratic National Convention further fueled the debate. She outlined her plan to combat price gouging on food and support smaller businesses. Critics, however, argue that such measures might not address broader inflationary pressures. Trump Campaign National Press Secretary Caroline Levitt labeled Harris’s economic proposals as detrimental to the American economy, criticizing the administration’s handling of inflation and regulatory policies.

Kamala Harris wants the Federal Government to tell grocery stores in Michigan and Pennsylvania how much they can price their bread.Caroline Levitt

Thus, Kamala Harris faces significant criticism for her economic proposals and stance on crypto. Influential figures from various sectors question the effectiveness and sincerity of her initiatives, posing substantial challenges for the administration.

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