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Trump Promises $5,000 Dividend for Midterms Win

Updated 2026-09-10 08:55 UTC 2 sources Neutral

President Trump pledges a $5,000 dividend to U.S. citizens if Republicans secure victory in the upcoming midterms. The proposal could cost over $1 trillion and faces legal challenges.

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CNBC

Trump promises $5,000 'dividend' to U.S. citizens if Republicans win midterms

Such a payout could cost more than $1 trillion and is likely to face legal obstacles.

2026-09-10 08:39 UTC

MarketWatch

Running the numbers on Trump’s $5,000 dividend proposal, from its cost to the impact on average American’s finances

Here are the numbers on what it would cost and the more complex analysis of what it mean for the economy.

2026-09-10 08:47 UTC