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Musk and Trump Propose $5,000 DOGE Stimulus Check

3/31/2025

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Elon Musk and President Trump are exploring a bold proposal for a $5,000 "DOGE dividend" stimulus check, aimed at net-income taxpayers. This initiative, sparked by CEO James Fishback, hinges on savings from the Department of Government Efficiency. Yet, uncertainty looms as legislative approval is needed, and doubts about DOGE's savings persist.

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Story summary

Elon Musk and President Trump are exploring a bold proposal for a $5,000 "DOGE dividend" stimulus check, aimed at net-income taxpayers. This initiative, sparked by CEO James Fishback, hinges on savings from the Department of Government Efficiency. Yet, uncertainty looms as legislative approval is needed, and doubts about DOGE's savings persist.