Trump proposes US$5,000 ‘dividend’ if Republicans retain Congress
Donald Trump has promised a US$5,000 payment to every American adult if Republicans retain control of Congress, without explaining how the proposal would be funded or authorised.
US President Donald Trump has proposed paying US$5,000 to every American adult if Republicans retain control of Congress in the 3 November midterm elections.
Trump made the pledge at a Republican midterm convention in Dallas, calling the proposed payment the “Trump dividend”. He also urged supporters to “pretend” he was on the ballot, despite not being a candidate in the elections.
France 24 reported that Trump provided no details about the source of the money, how payments would be administered or whether legislative approval would be required. Theoretical estimates put the total cost above US$1 trillion, although the figure remains approximate.
The proposal comes as Trump faces approval ratings in the low 30s and Republicans confront voter concerns over high prices and the cost of living. Decision Desk HQ projections cited by France 24 forecast Democratic control of both the House and Senate, though those projections are not election results.
Republicans used the Dallas gathering to promote tax cuts, immigration enforcement, manufacturing and lower prescription-drug prices. Trump also defended the continuing war with Iran and said victory would bring lower oil prices, claims that were not independently established in the source material.
