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Mike Thompson: In the wake of losing their homes and livelihoods, it is wrong to tax survivors on settlement money that is meant to…

On the recordMay 29, 2026
In the wake of losing their homes and livelihoods, it is wrong to tax survivors on settlement money that is meant to help them rebuild their lives.
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Mike Thompson
Democratic · California

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Arguing against taxing wildfire relief payments.

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