After Trump promised to pay $5,000 if Republicans win, here's what to expect Thursday
President Trump proposed a $5,000 'Trump dividend' for American adults contingent on a Republican victory in the upcoming midterms. The proposal has been criticized for its massive cost and potential legal issues regarding voter influence.
Why it matters
The proposal highlights the aggressive campaign tactics used by the former president and the ongoing debate over political influence and fiscal policy in US elections.
At the Republican midterm convention in Dallas, President Trump made a stunning and implausible pledge: to send every American adult a $5,000 cash dividend. But only if his party maintains control of the House and the Senate in November's midterms.
"If the Republicans win, you win with us," Trump said to applause. "And it will be called the 'Trump dividend'. Congratulations. Now all we have to do is win."
That's a big "if." Republicans are facing significant political headwinds.
Quick math puts the bill for this proposed "dividend" at more than $1 trillion. Plus, it's illegal to pay or be paid to influence voting.
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