Donald Trump stirred attention with a flurry of Truth Social posts pledging a “dividend of at least $2,000 per person (not including high-income people!)” funded by tariff revenues. He offered no timeline or details about eligibility but cast it as part of his economic vision.

The former president has proposed similar rebate-style ideas before, suggesting tariff income could flow directly to Americans. With tariff receipts increasing and political and legal pressures intensifying, Trump is doubling down on the plan, portraying it as proof that his trade policies benefit ordinary citizens. Supporters see it as a bold populist move, while critics argue it lacks fiscal clarity and could strain federal revenues if ever implemented.