{
  "id": 625875,
  "title": "Trump considers capital gains tax changes, bigger home-sale exemption ahead of midterms",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/12/trump-considers-capital-gains-tax-changes-bigger-home-sale-exemption",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-08-12T02:18:27.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Hindu BusinessLine",
    "slug": "hindu-businessline",
    "url": "https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/markets/trump-considers-capital-gains-tax-changes-bigger-home-sale-exemption-ahead-of-midterms/article71334888.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "President Donald Trump is considering capital gains tax changes and a bigger exemption for home sales in anticipation of the midterm election, according to economic aides and former administration officials. National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett told Fox Business host Larry Kudlow that Trump is seeking new incentives to support Republicans in the November vote. Kudlow mentioned that Trump was interested in indexing capital gains, which would adjust taxes for inflation, and a larger exemption for home sales valued at $2 million or less. However, most tax changes require congressional approval, making it unlikely Trump's proposals would be enacted before the midterms. While indexing capital gains to inflation has been explored by prior administrations, including Trump's first term, it could face legal challenges. Raising the home sale exemption, currently at $500,000 for married couples, is more broadly supported. The tax proposals would disproportionately benefit the wealthy, potentially exposing Republicans to political criticism. A White House spokesman noted that Trump is always exploring new ideas, but any official announcements will come directly from the administration. Midterm elections often pose challenges for the president's party, with this year's contest set against negative perceptions of Trump's economic management and the ongoing Iran conflict.",
  "summary": "The proposals could reshape how inflation affects investment gains and provide homeowners with greater relief when selling properties",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}