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Congressman Mike Kelly highlighted the complexities involved in reauthorizing these tax cuts, noting that the GOP cannot afford to lose many members' votes this time around. Unlike before, when a broader margin allowed for negotiating compromises, the current composition of Congress necessitates a more unified approach. Issues such as the state and local tax deductions capped under the previous legislation are likely to create divisions among Republicans, particularly involving those from blue states who now wield considerable influence within the party.
As factions within the Republicans vie for their interests, managing these competing priorities will be crucial for Republican leadership to advance any coherent tax reform agenda.