White House Press Briefing

This White House press briefing held on April 15, 2026, focused primarily on the economic impacts of the Trump administration's tax cuts, highlighting significant tax relief for working families and small businesses. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessant and Small Business Administrator Kelly Leler detailed the benefits of the Working Families Tax Cuts, including no tax on tips and overtime, enhanced deductions for seniors, and a permanent 20% pass-through deduction for small businesses. They reported that over 53 million filers have claimed these tax benefits, with average tax savings ranging from $800 to over $7,000 depending on the provision. The briefing also touched on the administration's efforts to support small businesses through record SBA lending and the positive economic effects of these policies, such as increased manufacturing and job creation. Additionally, there was discussion about tariff refunds totaling $127 billion, with importers able to request claims starting the following week, and ongoing sanctions enforcement related to Iran and Russia. The briefing concluded with an announcement of a new capital improvement project, the United States Triumphal Ark, to commemorate America's 250th anniversary, with construction beginning this year in Washington, DC.