One way to interpret the phrase “scattershot approach” is that it refers to an approach that seems to target numerous issues, potentially without a clear overarching strategy or direction. In terms of President Trump’s approach to income-tax reform, this could refer to his various proposals and changes made throughout his tenure.
His income tax reform, most notably the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017, was wide-ranging. It included significant tax cuts for corporations, with the tax rate falling from 35% to 21%. It also provided smaller, temporary tax cuts for individuals and families. Other changes included a roughly doubling of the standard deduction, adjustments to tax brackets, the elimination of personal exemptions, and changes to deductions and credits.
So a “scattershot” description could stem from the wide range of changes and impacts, which affect different groups in different ways. It could also refer to ongoing discussions and proposals for further adjustments to the tax code. The outcomes of these reforms have been a source of debate, with differing views on their effectiveness and fairness.
However, please note this is a simplified explanation and specific impacts of tax reforms can be complex due to many different factors.
