Trump again promises US$ 5,000 to all Americans if Republicans maintain control of Congress
Trump again promises US$ 5,000 to every adult American if Republicans maintain control of the House and Senate in the elections.
TL;DR
- Donald Trump promised US$ 5,000 to every adult American citizen.
- This promise is conditioned on the Republican Party maintaining control of the House of Representatives and the Senate.
- The funds would primarily come from tariffs imposed on imported products.
- The proposal, previously called the 'Trump dividend,' was also made in September.
- A $5,000 payment per adult citizen is estimated to cost around US$ 1.2 trillion.
- Congressional approval would be necessary for the proposal.
- Trump is intensifying his participation in the Republican campaign for the legislative elections.