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What to know about Trump's pledge of $5,000 to 'every American' if GOP wins midterms

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What happened

President Donald Trump ⁠promised a $5,000 "Trump dividend" ​payment to every US adult on Wednesday if his Republicans retain control of the House of Representatives and the Senate in the November 3 midterm elections.

The pledge has raised numerous questions.

Key facts

  • President Donald Trump ⁠promised a $5,000 "Trump dividend" ​payment to every US adult on Wednesday if his Republicans retain control of the House of Representatives and the Senate in the November 3 midterm elections.
  • Reported by France 24 and published Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:39:13 UTC.

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