The Italian government’s economic maneuver has sparked controversy regarding tax rates for middle-income earners. Reports indicate that a new 12% surcharge may increase taxation on incomes between €32,000 and €40,000. However, the Ministry of Economy and Finance clarified that this surcharge replaces previous anomalies, leading to an overall tax decrease for these incomes, disputing claims of a tax ‘scam’ perpetrated against the middle class.