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Shawn Francis evaluates the proposed Trump Accounts and their potential benefits for families raising children with disabilities.

Episode Title Trump Accounts:Fact vs Fiction Episode Description Can we evaluate an idea on its own merits—even when we strongly disagree with the person behind it? In this episode of Beyond the Spectrum: Every Age, Every Need , Shawn Francis takes an objective look at the newly proposed Trump Accounts and asks a question that extends far beyond politics: Can we separate the message from the messenger? Rather than debating personalities or political parties, Shawn examines whether these new savings accounts could offer meaningful financial opportunities for families—especially those raising children with disabilities or planning for long-term care. As both a father of a son with autism and a financial services professional with more than 20 years of experience, Shawn breaks down what these accounts are, how they work, who qualifies, and the important questions every family should ask before making a decision. In this episode, you'll learn: • What the Trump Accounts are—and what they are not • Who qualifies for the government contribution • The potential benefits and limitations of the accounts • Common myths and misconceptions • How these accounts compare to ABLE Accounts • When…

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