Trump's $5K Check Plan Under Fire | Salt Lake City News

Trump’s latest campaign promise—$5,000 checks for Americans if Republicans win big—is stirring controversy. Touted as the “Trump dividend,” it’s framed as a populist gift contrasting with Democrats’ alleged economic mismanagement. But the plan’s funding remains murky, with past references to Dogecoin savings and tariffs offering no clear blueprint. Experts warn it could cost over $1.2 trillion, adding to the nation’s already staggering $40+ trillion debt, risking inflation and higher interest rates. Fiscal watchdogs call it “fiscally dangerous” and “economically backwards,” questioning how such a massive handout could be justified amid deepening fiscal woes. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/599b1bdc07f55216