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Yahoo
16-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Vance heads to Rust Belt city to kick off administration's megalaw messaging effort
The White House's effort to sell its signature legislation to America begins in full on Wednesday with Vice President JD Vance headed to northeastern Pennsylvania to tout the law's tax cuts and other economic benefits. It's the start of what is expected to be a sustained defense of the contentious legislation ahead of the fast-approaching midterms in which Democrats are eager to weaponize the law's least popular provisions to tarnish Republicans. The rally, the White House's first major event highlighting the 'One Big, Beautiful Bill' since Trump signed it on Independence Day, will be held at a manufacturing facility in West Pittston — a Rust Belt city that ousted its longtime Democratic congressman and helped deliver the commonwealth for Trump last year. It's what a White House official described as the 'tip of the spear' in the administration's efforts to highlight the politically popular pieces of the 'OBBB.' The official, granted anonymity to describe internal strategy, said the White House is working on plans to deploy many messengers — including Cabinet secretaries — over the coming months in a sustained, government-wide effort to share the 'wins' in the law. The legislation has 'something for everyone,' and the messaging will reflect the audience, the official added. In Pennsylvania, Vance and Small Business Administration Administrator Kelly Loeffler will attempt to sell the law to working-class voters whose abandonment of the Democratic party helped put Trump back in the White House with a GOP majority on the Hill. Vance plans to emphasize how the law's populist economic policy provisions will bolster the working class, including through eliminating taxes on tips and overtime and by incentivizing U.S. production, according to a person familiar with his plans granted anonymity to share them. The person added that Pennsylvania was chosen as the first rally because it's 'a working-class state' where Trump and Vance's 'closing campaign pitch was made.' Vance, ahead of the final vote, focused on the bill's benefits to border enforcement, saying on social media that 'everything else' in the bill was 'immaterial compared to the [Immigration and Customs Enforcement] money and immigration enforcement provisions.' But as Democrats have homed in on the legislation's cuts to Medicaid, which they say is a betrayal of Trump's promise to protect the working class voters who elected him, Republicans are keen to point out the law's more popular, and populist, benefits. The person familiar with Vance's remarks noted that the vice president is still expected to highlight how the law is 'permanently fixing the Biden border crisis with the ICE funding boost and border wall funds.' Trump has mostly touted the legislation as 'the biggest tax cut in the history of our country' while slamming Democrats for not voting on it — and name-dropping the handful of Republicans who spurned him. 'We had the most successful economy in the history of the country during my first term and we passed a bill — but that bill honestly, as good as it was, was nothing compared to this one,' Trump said Tuesday in Pittsburgh. He urged Republicans to talk about the legislation's specifics. 'I say to people, Republicans, or anybody, explain the bill, because it's so big and so good,' he said on Saturday on Fox News. 'The Democrats, they only do one thing good, and that's complain, and they say it's going to cause death, and this and that, they don't mean it, it's a sound bite.' Vance's rally is in one of the purplest areas in the country: Pennsylvania's eighth congressional district, where Republican Rep. Rob Bresnahan narrowly unseated Democratic incumbent Matt Cartwright in November. It's also only about a dozen miles from Scranton, Joe Biden's hometown, which the former Democratic president often invoked to bolster his working-class background. 'Democrats in that part of the state are definitely working-class voters, and they're the quintessential type of voters that have come over to Trump over the past few cycles,' said Joshua Novotney, a veteran Republican strategist in Pennsylvania. Vance is 'just trying to continue to message to them and make sure that they continue to vote that way and understand that the bill is not going to hurt them.' But polling shows voters largely disapprove of the law — and the party in the White House tends to lose vulnerable seats during the midterms, especially when the opposing party coalesces its messaging around contentious legislation. 'The Tea Party movement used Obamacare as a way to rally forces against Democrats who voted for it, and, in fact, against Democrats who didn't vote for it. Democrats this time will use the BBB probably in the same way,' said former Rep. Chris Carney, a Democrat who represented a Pennsylvania swing district until he was voted out in 2010 following his vote for the Affordable Care Act. Novotney admitted it could be 'tough' for Bresnahan to secure re-election next year and that Wednesday's rally could be an attempt to 'solidify those voters.' Bresnahan said he plans to follow the president's advice running for reelection 'on the accomplishments that are inside of this bill,' including the elimination of taxes on tips and overtime, an expanded child tax credit and benefits for manufacturing and small businesses. He noted that the White House had chosen a family-owned manufacturing facility for the rally because places like that form 'the backbone of America.' Bresnahan said he had run in part on securing the southern border, adding, 'when you're talking a bill of this magnitude, national security and the border had to be a part of these conversations.' And for Vance, a potential presidential candidate in 2028, these counties could prove decisive to his political fortunes. 'It's a great opportunity for him, and a showcase for him, and that never hurts,' said Charlie Gerow, a Pennsylvania-based veteran Republican strategist. 'These opportunities through the years will build his brand and build his awareness, and all the things that you need to launch a presidential campaign.'
Business Upturn
12-07-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Administrator Loeffler Joins President Trump to Offer Federal Support in Wake of Texas Disaster
By GlobeNewswire Published on July 12, 2025, 03:55 IST KERR COUNTY, TEXAS, July 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today, Kelly Loeffler, Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), joined President Donald J. Trump in Kerr County, Texas to offer federal disaster relief after storms devastated the region. Alongside Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem, Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner, Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Brooke Rollins, and members of Congress, Loeffler met with local leaders and received updates from state emergency management officials. 'The tragic loss of life in Texas Hill Country is truly heartbreaking – but the strength and the support of this community is clear,' said Administrator Loeffler. 'Our commitment extends far beyond today's visit, and this Administration is mobilizing every available resource to aid in recovery. As President Trump said, the full force of the federal government is behind Texas – including the SBA, where we are already offering disaster loans and on-the-ground support for residents and small businesses. Our prayers remain with the people of Texas, and we will continue to stand shoulder to shoulder with them on the road to recovery.' As the agency announced earlier this week, SBA disaster relief is now available for Texas small businesses, residents, and private nonprofit (PNP) organizations affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, and flooding in seven counties. The disaster declaration covers the primary Texas county of Kerr which is eligible for both physical disaster loans and Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) from the SBA. Small businesses and most PNP organizations in the following adjacent counties are eligible to apply only for SBA EIDLs: Bandera, Edwards, Gillespie, Kendall, Kimble, and Real. Currently, the SBA has more than 70 staffers on the ground in Texas to assist with disaster recovery. The agency has also opened its first Business Recovery Center (BRC) in Kerr County, where individuals may come to receive hands-on assistance with disaster loan applications: SBA Business Recovery CenterThe YES Center at First Presbyterian Church823 North StreetKerrville, TX 87028Monday-Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM CT Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM CT Texans affected by the flooding are encouraged to visit or call SBA's customer service center at 1-800-659-2955 to learn more about available aid. # # # About the U.S. Small Business Administration The U.S. Small Business Administration helps power the American dream of entrepreneurship. As the leading voice for small businesses within the federal government, the SBA empowers job creators with the resources and support they need to start, grow, and expand their businesses or recover from a declared disaster. It delivers services through an extensive network of SBA field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations. To learn more, visit Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same. Ahmedabad Plane Crash GlobeNewswire provides press release distribution services globally, with substantial operations in North America and Europe.
Yahoo
04-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Loeffler Issues Statement on One Big Beautiful Bill Signing
President Trump's historic tax cuts supercharge growth for America's small businesses WASHINGTON, July 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, after President Donald J. Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill into law, Kelly Loeffler, Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), released the following statement: 'The One Big Beautiful Bill is a landmark victory for America's small businesses, and it cements President Trump's legacy as the greatest small business champion our country has ever known,' said Loeffler. 'These historic tax cuts lay the foundation for generational prosperity on Main Street – ushering in a new era of growth, hiring, investment, and opportunity for job creators. I applaud Congressional Republicans for their efforts to pass the One Big Beautiful Bill, and I thank President Trump for his visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to putting American workers and job creators first.' Administrator Loeffler has been one of the Trump Administration's most outspoken proponents of the One Big Beautiful Bill. Last month, she embarked on a national tour to tout its benefits alongside America's small business owners – traveling to Florida, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, and North Carolina. In addition to delivering the largest tax cut in history for middle and working-class Americans – increasing annual take-home pay by at least $10,000 for most families - the One Big Beautiful Bill includes revolutionary reforms to end entitlement abuse, secure the border, stop the Green New Scam, and slash wasteful spending. It also includes numerous provisions that will directly empower small businesses and workers, including: Prevents the largest tax hike in history, making the 2017 Trump Tax Cuts permanent and increasing the standard deduction for every American family. Makes the Small Business Tax Deduction Permanent, preserving the 199A 20% small business deduction, which will generate $750 billion in economic growth and create over 1 million new Main Street jobs. Without the One Big Beautiful Bill, 26 million small businesses would have seen their top tax rate double to 43%. Supports the return of Made in America by allowing 100 percent expensing for new factories, factory improvements, equipment, and research and development. Ends the war on the gig economy by removing the requirement that Venmo, PayPal, and other gig transactions over $600 be reported to the IRS. Protects family farmers by preventing the death tax from hitting 2 million family-owned farms who would otherwise see their exemptions cut in half. Cuts taxes on seniors, tips, and overtime, saving tipped and overtime workers up to $1,750 per year. Protects Medicaid for working Americans, by ending benefits for at least 1.4 million illegal immigrants who are gaming the system. Increases the child tax credit to $2,200 per family. # # # About the U.S. Small Business Administration The U.S. Small Business Administration helps power the American dream of entrepreneurship. As the leading voice for small businesses within the federal government, the SBA empowers job creators with the resources and support they need to start, grow, and expand their businesses or recover from a declared disaster. It delivers services through an extensive network of SBA field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations. To learn more, visit CONTACT: SBA HQ Press Team U.S. Small Business Administration press_office@
Yahoo
04-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Loeffler Issues Statement on One Big Beautiful Bill Signing
President Trump's historic tax cuts supercharge growth for America's small businesses WASHINGTON, July 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, after President Donald J. Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill into law, Kelly Loeffler, Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), released the following statement: 'The One Big Beautiful Bill is a landmark victory for America's small businesses, and it cements President Trump's legacy as the greatest small business champion our country has ever known,' said Loeffler. 'These historic tax cuts lay the foundation for generational prosperity on Main Street – ushering in a new era of growth, hiring, investment, and opportunity for job creators. I applaud Congressional Republicans for their efforts to pass the One Big Beautiful Bill, and I thank President Trump for his visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to putting American workers and job creators first.' Administrator Loeffler has been one of the Trump Administration's most outspoken proponents of the One Big Beautiful Bill. Last month, she embarked on a national tour to tout its benefits alongside America's small business owners – traveling to Florida, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, and North Carolina. In addition to delivering the largest tax cut in history for middle and working-class Americans – increasing annual take-home pay by at least $10,000 for most families - the One Big Beautiful Bill includes revolutionary reforms to end entitlement abuse, secure the border, stop the Green New Scam, and slash wasteful spending. It also includes numerous provisions that will directly empower small businesses and workers, including: Prevents the largest tax hike in history, making the 2017 Trump Tax Cuts permanent and increasing the standard deduction for every American family. Makes the Small Business Tax Deduction Permanent, preserving the 199A 20% small business deduction, which will generate $750 billion in economic growth and create over 1 million new Main Street jobs. Without the One Big Beautiful Bill, 26 million small businesses would have seen their top tax rate double to 43%. Supports the return of Made in America by allowing 100 percent expensing for new factories, factory improvements, equipment, and research and development. Ends the war on the gig economy by removing the requirement that Venmo, PayPal, and other gig transactions over $600 be reported to the IRS. Protects family farmers by preventing the death tax from hitting 2 million family-owned farms who would otherwise see their exemptions cut in half. Cuts taxes on seniors, tips, and overtime, saving tipped and overtime workers up to $1,750 per year. Protects Medicaid for working Americans, by ending benefits for at least 1.4 million illegal immigrants who are gaming the system. Increases the child tax credit to $2,200 per family. # # # About the U.S. Small Business Administration The U.S. Small Business Administration helps power the American dream of entrepreneurship. As the leading voice for small businesses within the federal government, the SBA empowers job creators with the resources and support they need to start, grow, and expand their businesses or recover from a declared disaster. It delivers services through an extensive network of SBA field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations. To learn more, visit CONTACT: SBA HQ Press Team U.S. Small Business Administration press_office@ in to access your portfolio
Fox News
01-07-2025
- Politics
- Fox News
Trump official fires back at Democratic senator who called historic flag 'Christian nationalist' symbol
EXCLUSIVE: Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator Kelly Loeffler delivered a sharp rebuke to Democratic Sen. Ed Markey of Massachusetts on Tuesday after he accused the federal agency of raising a "Christian nationalist, White supremacist" flag earlier this month. The SBA flew a large American flag and a smaller "Appeal to Heaven" flag at its headquarters in Washington, D.C., on June 11 in celebration of Flag Day. The white flag featuring a green pine tree dates back to the Revolutionary War, and the words, "An appeal to Heaven," describe the hopes of colonists that God would deliver them from British tyranny. "Today at SBA's Flag Day Ceremony, we proudly raised a new AMERICAN MADE flag over our headquarters in Washington. It is a privilege to serve under its Stars and Stripes - on behalf of the 34 million small businesses who represent the best of America," Loeffler wrote in a tweet. Some media outlets characterized the flag as a symbol of controversy, saying it was carried by Jan. 6 rioters and had become associated with "Christian Nationalists" and election-deniers. Last year, liberal politicians and media outlets attempted to tie Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito to the Capitol riot after the flag was spotted flying at his vacation home. Markey publicly rebuked Loeffler for flying the flag, calling its display "inappropriate at a federal government institution." "Our federal institutions must remain above ideological influence, especially when those ideologies undermine democracy and promote division. The SBA plays a critical role in supporting our nation's diverse collection of small businesses and fostering inclusive economic growth. It should not be associated with symbols that are increasingly viewed as partisan or extremist, or that promote hateful rhetoric," he wrote in an open letter dated June 25. In a letter obtained by Fox News Digital, Loeffler confronted the Democrat about his own flag controversy and defended the historic flag. "While I appreciate your letter, I am surprised at your passion over this specific matter given your typically nonchalant observation of Flag Day – which includes a history of leaving your own American Flag lying outside, on the ground, in violation of the U.S. Flag Code," she wrote. Loeffler assured him the agency would "never consider disrespecting" the United States or its service members "in this manner." She reminded the senator that flags' symbolic meanings are sometimes "subjective." "[W]hich you assuredly understand, given your own association with a flag that has been labeled by some individuals as a 'racist' emblem," she said, referencing the Massachusetts State Flag displayed outside Markey's office that has been criticized as a symbol of "slaughter" and "genocide" by some Native Americans. "Clearly, you do not agree with these actions or views, or else I strongly doubt you would continue to showcase the state flag at your offices," Loeffler's letter states. "Likewise, I do not agree with your characterization of the Appeal to Heaven flag – which has a rich history as an appeal to God to protect our emerging nation's liberty dating back to its first usage by General George Washington in the Revolutionary War. Its historical connotation – as one of our earliest emblems of freedom and independence – represents principles which the SBA wholeheartedly supports." Loeffler also mocked the Democrat for attacking a flag with historical significance while flying the pro-LGBTQ "Progress Pride" flag outside his office. She called the LGBTQ flag a "divisive" symbol "designed to honor only select subgroups," which is "contrary to our shared responsibility to serve every American," but affirmed his right to fly the flag. The Trump official concluded her letter by requesting the senator focus on topics that are of "serious" importance to American small businesses, such as passing tax cuts in President Donald Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill." The $3.3 trillion bill passed in the Senate Tuesday morning. Markey was accused of disrespecting the American flag in June 2020 after he posted a photo showing the flag sitting on his porch floor. His campaign said at the time that the flag was just there for a short time while the flag pole was being repaired after being damaged by high winds. Sen. Markey's office did not immediately return a request for comment.
