Social Democratic Party (SDE) Deputy Chair Riina Sikkut has accused the Estonian government of causing current budgetary difficulties through a tax break benefiting high-income earners. Specifically, Sikkut points to the abolition of Estonia’s income “tax hump” as the primary source of the problem. She argues this decision has severely restricted the government’s financial flexibility and contributed to the current economic challenges facing Estonia. Sikkut believes reversing or amending this tax policy is crucial for regaining control of the state budget. The SDE’s position frames the tax cut as a misstep prioritizing the wealthy over the broader economic stability of Estonia. This critique underscores growing concerns about Estonia’s fiscal management and the distribution of wealth. The statement signals potential opposition from the SDE to further tax cuts or spending initiatives.