trump Promises $2,000 Payments, Raising Questions of Feasibility and Motive
WASHINGTON – Former President Donald trump announced Sunday he intends too distribute a $2,000 dividend to most Americans, a promise that promptly drew scrutiny regarding its practicality and potential political motivations. The announcement, made on his Truth Social network, comes as economic pressures persist and follows a recent challenging period for Trump, who reportedly attempted to deflect attention from a recent undisclosed “affair.”
Trump framed the potential payment as a fulfillment of past campaign promises and a rebuke to the Supreme Court, accusing it of hindering Americans from receiving $2,000 payments previously discussed. He stated the dividend would be funded through the nation’s economic gains, citing “record stock prices” and increased investment. “We are raking in trillions of dollars and will soon start paying off our HUGE $37 trillion debt,” Trump wrote. He specified the payment would exclude “high-income earners!”
However, the announcement lacked specifics regarding funding mechanisms or implementation. Any such plan would require approval from the U.S. Congress, presenting a significant hurdle.
The timing of the announcement has also raised eyebrows, coinciding with the election of socialist Zohran mamdani as mayor of New York City. Trump criticized Mamdani’s progressive policies, including proposals for free public transportation and daycare, labeling them “communist.” Analysts suggest Trump’s move could be an attempt to divert attention from Mamdani’s victory and energize his base.
The promise echoes a similar, unrealized proposal from Elon Musk earlier this year, when he headed DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency), to redistribute $5,000 to Americans through budget cuts.
Scott Bessent, Secretary of State for the budget, suggested the payments could be achieved through existing tax cut proposals, including eliminating taxes on tips, making overtime tax-free, and allowing deductibility of automobile credits, as reported by Les Echos.This statement appeared to be an attempt to downplay the scale of the new commitment.
Trump also used the announcement to attack his critics, labeling those who oppose tariffs as “IDIOTS!” and touting the United States as “the richest and most respected country in the world.”
It remains unclear how Trump intends to “pay” for the proposed dividend, and whether the announcement represents a serious policy proposal or a strategic maneuver to shift the narrative.
