Kansas City, MO (September 28, 2020) – Missouri Democratic Party Acting Chair Clem Smith released the following statement after the New York Times report on Donald Trump’s tax returns:

“Donald Trump’s tax returns show exactly why he has fought so hard to hide them. They paint a picture of a man who literally looks down at the working class from a golden penthouse at the top of his tower. Paying only $750 in federal income taxes, while signing tax bills that double down and benefit the wealthy and corporations instead of working families shows exactly what Donald Trump cares about: his wallet. By contrast, in 2018, the average Missourian paid nearly 7 times more in federal income taxes than the President of the United States did the year he was elected.”

“Joe Biden is running for president to help people, to help our country overcome a health and economic crisis made worse by Donald Trump lying to the American people in an attempt to save face. Americans deserve a president who is looking out for their best interests, not conning them.”

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Background:

CNBC: Here’s how much Americans pay in taxes in every US state:

CNBC reported that in 2018 the average Missourian paid: 

Total amount of taxes paid on average: $9,280.30

Average amount of federal income taxes: $5,122.96

Average amount of state income taxes: $2,025

Average amount of property taxes: $1,460.82