Trump wants to send Americans money. Congress and economists don't seem thrilled with the idea
Donald Trump's pitch to send Americans $5,000 checks should Republicans prevail in the November midterms is drawing scorn from some members of Congress - the very people who have constitutional authority over federal spending.
TL;DR
- Donald Trump proposed sending Americans $5,000 checks.
- This would only happen if Republicans win in the November midterms.
- Some members of Congress are critical of the proposal.
- Congress has constitutional authority over federal spending.