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Trump promises $5,000 checks to all adults if GOP wins midterms

Donald Trump has pledged to issue $5,000 checks to every adult U.S. citizen if Republicans secure control of Congress in the upcoming midterm elections. This proposal, which would cost an estimated $1.2 trillion, echoes previous similar suggestions made by Trump that did not materialize. The potential increase in federal spending could further impact the bond market, which is already sensitive to rising deficits. AI

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Trump promises $5,000 checks to all adults if GOP wins midterms

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  1. Axios Technology TIER_1 English(EN) · Ben Berkowitz ·

    Trump makes a familiar promise: $5,000 checks for everyone

    <p><a href="https://www.axios.com/politics-policy/donald-trump" target="_blank">President Trump</a> is promising $5,000 checks for every adult U.S. citizen if Republicans retain control of Congress in the upcoming midterm election.</p><p><strong>Why it matters: </strong>He's made…