Trump Hosts 'No Tax on Tips' Roundtable in Las Vegas

The former president discusses his administration's policy on tipping income.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 10:31pm

A dimly lit, cinematic painting of a bartender wiping down a bar counter, with warm sunlight and deep shadows creating a nostalgic, contemplative mood.The former president's 'no tax on tips' policy aimed to boost take-home pay for service industry workers like bartenders.Las Vegas Today

Former President Donald Trump is hosting a roundtable event in Las Vegas, Nevada, to highlight his administration's policy of not taxing tips earned by service industry workers.

Why it matters

The 'no tax on tips' policy was a key part of Trump's economic agenda during his presidency, aimed at supporting service workers and small businesses. This event provides a platform for Trump to promote the policy and its perceived benefits.

The details

The roundtable will feature Trump discussing the 'no tax on tips' initiative, which exempted tips from federal income tax during his administration. The policy was intended to boost take-home pay for service workers like waitstaff, bartenders, and others who rely heavily on tips as part of their compensation.

  • The roundtable event is taking place on Thursday, April 16, 2026.

The players

Donald Trump

The former President of the United States who implemented the 'no tax on tips' policy during his administration.

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What they’re saying

“We must ensure our service workers keep every penny they earn through tips. That's why my administration fought to eliminate the unfair taxation of tips.”

— Donald Trump, Former President

What’s next

The event is expected to highlight the potential for the 'no tax on tips' policy to be revived or expanded under a future administration.

The takeaway

The 'no tax on tips' roundtable provides a platform for Trump to promote a policy that was popular with service workers, while also potentially positioning it as an issue for future political campaigns.