GOP Congress Needs Fast Tax Win Over Border Focus Says Norquist

A kingpin in Republican influence circles says quickly passing one big tax bill must be the top priority for GOP lawmakers – and if that means tossing in a few billion dollars for a border wall, that’s fine, too.

Focusing on one major reconciliation bill would ensure Republicans get a win on tax policy early enough to get credit for their victory, said Grover Norquist, president of Americans for Tax Reform, during a Tuesday interview with Bloomberg Government. It would also allow leaders to use border funding to secure support from members who have gripes about tax issues, including on ...