The Siren Song of Promises: Trump's Dividend Dilemma The midterms are shaping up to be a wild ride, with President Donald Trump throwing everything he has at the wall in an attempt to keep Republicans in power.
His latest gambit is a $5,000 dividend for every American adult if his party retains control of Congress. At first glance, this promise seems tantalizing: free money courtesy of the federal government.
However, upon closer inspection, things become murky quickly. There's no clear explanation of where this money would come from or how Trump plans to fund such an enormous payout.