消息人士：特朗普敦促众议院议长提高最高税率

Core Viewpoint - President Trump is urging House Speaker Johnson to increase the top tax rate and close loopholes related to capital gains taxes, amidst ongoing legislative efforts by the Republican-controlled House to extend tax benefits from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act [1] Group 1 - The conversation between Trump and Johnson occurred as the House is pushing forward with the President's legislative agenda [1] - The proposed legislation aims to extend the tax benefits for both corporations and individuals while eliminating taxes on tips, overtime pay, and Social Security benefits [1] - Republican leadership, including Johnson, is currently resisting the proposal to raise taxes on the wealthy [1] Group 2 - Treasury Secretary Yellen has indicated that Trump has ruled out the idea of increasing taxes on the wealthy [1] - The Republican Party is facing pressure from MAGA supporters to limit tax benefits for the wealthy and corporations [1] - Jason Smith, chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, has suggested that his committee may take action to end tax loopholes that favor the wealthy [1]