Understand
The issues, explained
Each explainer presents what supporters and opponents argue, where there's broad agreement, and the key tradeoffs.
Economy
Taxes
Tax policy decides who pays for government and how much. Debates center on rates for individuals and corporations, deductions, and how changes affect growth and deficits.
Spending & deficits
The federal government spends more than it collects most years. The gap is the deficit; accumulated borrowing is the debt.
Trade & tariffs
Tariffs are taxes on imports. Texas is the top exporting state, so trade policy has outsized local effects.