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Senate Republicans doubt Trump's $5,000 check proposal due to cost

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Senate Republicans are expressing skepticism regarding former President Trump's proposal to issue $5,000 checks to Americans. Key concerns among senators include the significant cost of the plan, estimated at $1.3 trillion, and the lack of specific details on eligibility and funding mechanisms. While not entirely dismissed, the proposal faces considerable doubt due to the potential increase in national debt and inflationary impact. AI

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Senate Republicans doubt Trump's $5,000 check proposal due to cost

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