Hoover Daily Report | February 10, 2026

On February 10, 2026, John Cochrane presented on the negative effects of wealth taxes, highlighting their role in discouraging investment, prompting capital flight, and shrinking the tax base. Michael R. Auslin discussed the drafting of the Declaration of Independence and its significance during turbulent times in America. Additionally, Hoover’s Technology Policy Accelerator received a $2.5 million grant to establish the new Tech Futures Lab.