Trump reiterates $5,000 ‘dividend’ pledge if Republicans win midterms
Plan to give US adults $5,000 has been greeted with incredulity across the political spectrum as well as outrage
TL;DR
- Donald Trump pledged a $5,000 'dividend' to all US adults if Republicans win the midterm elections.
- The plan is estimated to cost over $1.2 trillion and has faced criticism for potentially increasing the deficit and inflation.
- The pledge was met with disbelief and accusations of voter bribery across the political spectrum.
- Some Democratic leaders, like Governor Gavin Newsom, strongly condemned the proposal.
- US Senator Bernie Moreno, an Ohio Republican, expressed support and readiness to introduce legislation for the 'Trump Dividend'.