Trump Announces $5,000 Payment to Every Adult in US

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Tuesday, Sep 15, 2026 1:29 am ET1min read
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- Trump proposes $5,000 payments to U.S. adults if Republicans retain congressional control post-November midterms.

- Indian official DK Shivakumar compares the plan to Congress party's welfare schemes, calling it a "blockbuster" initiative.

- Trump claims affordability via high tax revenues, but the plan requires congressional approval amid narrow GOP majority.

- House Speaker Mike Johnson pledges support for implementation despite political challenges and fiscal debates.

US President Donald Trump has proposed giving $5,000 to every adult American if Republicans retain control of Congress in the November midterm elections. Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has compared this proposal to the Congress government's welfare guarantees, calling them a "blockbuster." Trump claims the US government can afford the payments due to high revenue collection, but the proposal requires congressional approval. House Speaker Mike Johnson has pledged to work towards implementing it despite the Republicans' narrow majority.

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