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Trump promises $5,000 checks if Republicans win the midterms. But he also promised tariff and ‘DOGE’ dividends last year that never came.

Thursday, September 10, 2026


President Trump made a campaign promise of $5,000 checks to voters if Republicans win in November's midterm elections. Trump made similar promises of tariff dividends and dividends from a "DOGE" initiative in 2025 that were not distributed. Analysts anticipated Republican losses in the midterm elections amid voter concerns about inflation and pricing.

Original reporting: https://www.marketwatch.com/story/trump-promises-5-000-checks-if-republicans-win-the-midterms-but-he-also-promised-tariff-dividends-last-year-that-never-came-d062c602?mod=mw_rss_topstories

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