Trump calls $5,000 payouts 'easy' to fit into federal budget
- Posted on September 13, 2026
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Trump calls $5,000 payouts 'easy' to fit into federal budget
President Trump stated the United States can afford $5,000 payments to all adults. This proposal was unveiled during the Republican Party convention last week. House Speaker Mike Johnson confirmed congressional approval would be necessary for any payments. Democratic politicians criticized the idea as not being a serious proposal. Consumer watchdog Public Citizen called the move an attempt to buy votes.
