Trump Vows $5,000 Dividend for Adults If Republicans Hold Congress

Trump Vows $5,000 Dividend for Adults If Republicans Hold Congress

Trump insists his proposed $5,000 payment to every U.S. adult will happen, calling critics “Dumocrats” who want it to fail, as the plan draws bipartisan pushback over a price tag topping $1 trillion.

Richard Miniter
First Published: September 14, 2026, 1:27 PM ET

Donald J. Trump doubled down on a proposed $5,000 payment to every U.S. adult, insisting the plan will move forward despite bipartisan criticism over its cost. Trump tied the pledge to what he called trillions of dollars flowing into the country from economic development and investment. Trump framed the payment as a reward the American people deserve while attacking opponents he labeled “Dumocrats.” The pledge lands weeks before November’s midterm elections, with control of Congress at stake.