Trump claims U.S. adults will get a $5k ‘dividend’ if Republicans win the midterms

Last week, President Donald Trump promised voters that every American adult would receive a $5,000 check if Republicans maintain control of both the House and Senate in November's midterm elections. The proposal has drawn significant scrutiny, with experts estimating it could cost over $1 trillion, nearly doubling the national deficit at a time when inflation is high. Trump made the announcement during his Republican Midterm Convention speech in Dallas without providing details on how the funds would be sourced or distributed. Critics have labeled the offer as an attempt to bribe voters and questioned its legality, with Democrats calling it an empty promise. Despite opposition, Trump remains committed to following through, claiming he knows "exactly how" the plan will be funded and dismissing concerns about congressional approval.