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Trump Claims $17 Trillion Investment Amid Shutdown Controversy

10/5/2025

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President Donald J. Trump touts $17 trillion in investment.
Rep. Robert Garcia disputes the figure.
The federal government remains shut down after Congress fails to pass funding.
Trump proposes a $2,000 dividend for Americans funded by tariff revenues, which have totaled about $214 billion since April, despite criticism of tariff policy.

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Story summary

President Donald J. Trump touts $17 trillion in investment.
Rep. Robert Garcia disputes the figure.
The federal government remains shut down after Congress fails to pass funding.
Trump proposes a $2,000 dividend for Americans funded by tariff revenues, which have totaled about $214 billion since April, despite criticism of tariff policy.