U.S. EconomyThe GOP says the White House is demanding $1.6T in tax increases up front as part of any budget...Nov. 29, 2012 5:06 PM ETBy: Stephen Alpher, SA News Editor28 CommentsThe GOP says the White House is demanding $1.6T in tax increases up front as part of any budget deal, reports the WSJ. The White House also wants the payroll tax credit to continue and a "permanent" increase in the debt limit.Recommended For YouTrending AnalysisTrending News