White House homing in on viable vehicle for Trump’s $5,000 dividend in talks with lawmakers

Published September 11, 2026 4:14pm ET | Updated September 11, 2026 5:17pm ET



Top Trump administration officials are exploring separate ideas for funding President Donald Trump‘s proposed $5,000 dividends for adults.

A senior official told the Washington Examiner that the White House was engaging with Congress not just on how to fund the checks, but also on possible vehicles to make good on the president’s promise.

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