Top News Trump urges Speaker Mike Johnson to raise taxes on the wealthy, adding new wrinkle to massive GOP bill Published 3 weeks ago on May 8, 2025 By The Janitor Trump privately pressed Johnson to increase the tax rate on the highest earners and close the so-called carried interest loophole. Related Topics: Up Next UK-US tariff deal: Cars, steel and beef – what you need to know Don't Miss Stock futures are flat following rally on U.S.-UK trade deal framework: Live updates Continue Reading You may like