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Trump promises Americans $5,000 if Congress remains Republican
On 2026-09-09, President Trump pledged to give every adult American a $5,000 payment if Republicans retain control of Congress, making the announcement at the first-ever Republican midterm convention in Dallas. Trump did not specify how he would fund the over 1 trillion euros required, nor if such a payout is legal. Commentators called the plan questionable or outright bribery. The event, dubbed 'Trumpapalooza,' focused on energizing voters ahead of November’s midterms, despite low approval ratings and economic concerns. Some Republican lawmakers avoided the convention, fearing association with Trump.
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