Amid escalating tensions within the Republican Party, lawmakers are grappling with the contentious issue of the SALT (State and Local Taxes) deduction as they push forward on a major tax reform bill. A proposal to raise the deduction cap to $80,000 has been floated by New York Republicans, who warn that the current $30,000 cap is inadequate and insulting. With various factions clashing over the implications for high-tax states, House GOP members have expressed concerns that failing to address the SALT deduction issue could jeopardize the overall tax bill, which has a projected value of $4 trillion. As negotiations continue, questions remain regarding who ultimately stands to benefit, with critics arguing that any further tax breaks for the wealthy could harm other essential services like Medicaid. Lawmakers, particularly from blue states, continue to advocate for greater SALT relief to ensure fairness in the tax code.