Summary
President Trump proposed sending $2,000 checks to many Americans. He suggested that money could come from tariff revenue, helping both citizens and the national debt. Experts, however, doubt this plan is financially viable.
Key Facts
- President Trump proposed sending $2,000 to millions of Americans.
- He suggested using money from tariffs to fund these checks.
- Tariffs are taxes on imported goods.
- Trump believes this plan could also help reduce the national debt.
- Experts have questioned whether the numbers in Trump's plan add up.
- Erica York from the Tax Foundation discussed these concerns with Amna Nawaz.