Vance strikes back at concern $5,000 Trump dividend will stoke debt
Vice President JD Vance on Wednesday sought to deflect criticism that President Donald Trump’s newly proposed $5,000 dividend would further bankrupt the United States, arguing the handout would be offset by tariff revenue.
TL;DR
- Vice President JD Vance defended President Trump's $5,000 dividend proposal.
- Vance stated that tariff revenue would offset the cost of the dividend.
- The dividend was promised to every adult citizen if Republicans maintain majorities.
- The announcement was made at the GOP's midterm convention in Texas.