Trump Proposes $2,000 ‘Tariff Dividend’ for Most American Workers
Former President Donald Trump has proposed a new financial boost for American workers. Under his plan, a $2,000 'tariff dividend' would be paid to most citizens, excluding high earners. The announcement comes amid shifting economic conditions in late 2025.
The proposal, labelled a 'tariff dividend', aims to distribute funds directly to workers. Trump’s team stated the payment would not go to the wealthiest households. Details on funding and eligibility remain unclear.
The $2,000 tariff dividend proposal arrives as fuel costs ease and stock markets gain. But gaps in economic data, caused by the shutdown, leave some questions unanswered. The plan’s impact will depend on how it is structured and funded.
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