The Tariff Dividend: Who Would Get the $2,000 Stimulus Payment?
He says that most Americans could receive at least $2,000, funded by money the government raises through tariffs (taxes on imported goods).
What Is the Tariff Dividend?
Trump’s idea is to use the money collected from tariffs to give a direct payment to most American citizens.
He announced this proposal on his social media accounts and claimed it was possible because, according to him, the U.S. economy has become stronger, the stock market is setting records, and inflation is low—all thanks to his tariff policies.
Who Would Get the Money?
While Trump suggested that "everyone" would get at least $2,000, he also stated that high-income people would not be eligible. This means the payment would likely be limited to people who earn below a certain amount.
When Would People Get This Money?
Currently, there is no official date for when, or if, people will receive the Tariff Dividend. For the payment to become a reality, Congress would need to pass a law. So far, there has been no formal proposal or vote in Congress for this payment.
How Are Officials Responding?
Some members of Trump’s own team have expressed doubt about the proposal.
For example, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that he has not discussed the $2,000 payment in detail with Trump and that the proposed amount could take different forms in the future.
In summary, Trump’s Tariff Dividend is only an idea right now, not an approved plan. Most Americans could get at least $2,000 from it, except for high-income earners, but many questions remain about how and when it could actually happen.
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