'Trump is copying us': Shivakumar says US $5,000 plan 'inspired' by Congress
Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar claimed that US President Donald Trump's proposal to provide $5,000 to American adults was inspired by the Congress party's welfare guarantee schemes. Shivakumar touted the success of his government's programs while commenting on global political trends.
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The statement reflects how local political leaders use international comparisons to validate their own domestic policy agendas.
BENGALURU: Karnataka chief minister DK Shivakumar on Monday said even US President Donald Trump was “copying” the Congress government’s guarantee schemes, while highlighting what he described as their popularity among people.Speaking in Bengaluru, Shivakumar said the Congress government’s welfare guarantees had become a “blockbuster” and drew a comparison with Trump’s recent promise to give every adult American $5,000 if Republicans retain control of the House and Senate in the November midterm elections.Trump has renewed his proposal for a $5,000 “dividend” for every adult American, saying the US government could afford the payments because it was collecting large amounts of revenue.“I don't know but it's easy if the Republicans win.
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