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Finance Megaphone
May 24, 2025
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Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” Promises Major Tax Breaks for Manufacturers—But Green Energy Could Take a Hit
Sky-High Beef Prices Could Burn Your Memorial Day Budget—Here’s Why It’s Happening
Pentagon Crackdown on Press Access Sparks Outcry Over Threat to Transparency
Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” Promises Major Tax Breaks for Manufacturers, But Green Energy Could Take a Hit
President Trump’s proposed “big, beautiful bill” offers sweeping tax incentives aimed at revitalizing U.S. manufacturing, including 100% expensing for new factories, enhanced depreciation, and a permanent 23% pass-through deduction—benefits especially attractive to small and midsize manufacturers. However, the bill also slashes clean energy credits from the Biden era, raising concerns over stalled investment and job losses in the green energy sector. Multinational firms may also face new tax hurdles under stricter rules for operations in “discriminatory foreign countries.” As the bill heads to the Senate, debates are heating up over its long-term impact on U.S. growth and industrial strategy.
Sky-High Beef Prices Could Burn Your Memorial Day Budget, Here’s Why It’s Happening
Beef prices have hit record highs just in time for Memorial Day, with ground chuck averaging $6 per pound up 14% from last year due to drought-driven cattle shortages and a U.S. ban on Mexican cattle imports over a pest outbreak. As summer grilling season kicks off, consumers are adjusting by buying cheaper cuts or adding more hot dogs to the mix. Despite the spike, demand for beef remains strong, with cookout costs for 10 people now averaging over $100. Experts warn prices may climb further as supply tightens and America’s love for burgers holds firm.
Pentagon Crackdown on Press Access Sparks Outcry Over Threat to Transparency
Journalists are sounding the alarm after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth imposed new restrictions limiting media access at the Pentagon, a move the Pentagon Press Association calls “a direct attack” on press freedom. The changes, justified as national security measures, now require journalists to be escorted in key areas and face tougher credentialing part of a broader trend under Hegseth to sideline mainstream outlets in favor of pro-Trump media. Critics warn these steps threaten democratic oversight, reduce transparency, and erode public trust in how the U.S. military operates.
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-Trump’s tax bill aids factories but cuts green energy credits, sparking industry concern.
-Beef prices soar, raising Memorial Day cookout costs amid cattle shortages.
-Pentagon limits press access, drawing criticism over reduced transparency.— Finance Megaphone (@Financemeg_news)
9:19 PM • May 24, 2025
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