Trump Signs Executive Orders on Payroll Taxes, Unemployment Benefits, and Student Loans
Nolo's Blog
AUGUST 10, 2020
After Congressional talks on a second coronavirus relief bill broke down, President Trump signed a series of executive orders intended to provide financial support to workers, the unemployed, and individuals with student loan debt. But because Congress—not the President—controls spending, some of these actions are likely to face legal challenges. Here are the highlights of the President’s orders, and some of the obstacles that could arise: Payroll Tax Suspension.
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