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Trump shares more details on $5,000 dividends in exclusive interview

Trump shares more details on $5,000 dividends in exclusive interview

Summary

President Donald Trump proposed sending a $5,000 payment, called the "Trump Dividend," to every American citizen if Republicans keep control of Congress after the midterm elections. He said he believes Congress would not need to approve the payments and that the money should be spent within the United States.

Key Facts

  • President Trump suggested giving every American adult $5,000 after the midterm elections if Republicans hold both the House and Senate.
  • He called this the "Trump Dividend" and described it as a "great infusion" of money.
  • Trump said he does not think Congress would have to approve the payments, though this is legally uncertain.
  • The plan would cost around one trillion dollars or more.
  • Trump wants the money to be spent only in the United States, not in other countries.
  • He is currently in Texas for a Republican midterm convention and supports Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in his Senate run.
  • Trump's political action committee, MAGA Inc., is spending $10 million on TV ads supporting Paxton.
  • Trump said he won the southern Texas counties along the border in the 2024 election and feels positive about Hispanic voter support.
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