Republicans Question Trump’s $5,000 Dividend Plan Over $1 Trillion Cost
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Updated · The Washington Post · Sep 10
Republicans Question Trump’s $5,000 Dividend Plan Over $1 Trillion Cost
3 articles · Updated · The Washington Post · Sep 10
Summary
$5,000 checks promised by Donald Trump if Republicans keep Congress are drawing skepticism from within the GOP, with lawmakers questioning whether the proposal can survive on Capitol Hill.
More than $1 trillion in likely cost is driving much of the resistance, especially among fiscally conservative Republicans already wary of large new spending commitments.
Inflation concerns are also weighing on the plan, as critics inside the party argue cash payments to American adults could add economic pressure even if the pledge energizes midterm voters.