Democracynow iconDemocracynowOct 20, 2026 ~1 min source read

A Wealth Tax on Billionaires? California Voters to Decide Prop 40

As voters across the United States cast ballots on November 3, Californians are weighing whether to approve a one-time 5% tax on the wealth of billionaires in the state. The tax would apply to roughly 250 Californians who now hold an estimated $2.3 trillion in wealth. Supporters say the wealth tax could raise up to $10

A Wealth Tax on Billionaires? California Voters to Decide Prop 40

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