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Tech Billionaires Oppose Wealth Tax in California

Updated 2026-08-20 10:55 UTC 2 sources Negative

Tech billionaires are opposing a proposed one-time wealth tax in California, led by a Google co-founder. The measure aims to fund health-care services.

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NPR
Tech billionaires in California are fighting a proposed one-time wealth tax. A Google co-founder is leading the charge against the tax, which would generate revenue for health-care services.
2026-08-20 08:45 UTC
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