Former President Donald Trump is pushing a new economic idea on Truth Social — a national “American Dividend” that he says could deliver at least $2,000 per person, funded entirely through tariff revenue.
What Trump Is Proposing
In his post, Trump outlined a plan that would place new tariffs on imported goods and redirect part of that revenue straight to American citizens. According to him, this system would ensure that foreign exporters “finally contribute more to our economy,” while U.S. households receive a direct financial benefit.
Trump also defended his long-standing tariff strategy, calling critics “fools” and pointing to economic performance during his presidency as proof that tariffs can strengthen markets, boost jobs, and keep inflation low.
How Would the ‘American Dividend’ Work?
While the concept is bold, many of the specifics are still unknown. The proposal does not yet define:
- How payments would be delivered
- What income limits would qualify
- Whether the benefit would be a direct cash payment, tax credit, or another form of rebate
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