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Trump Proposes Healthcare Payments Amid Ongoing Government Shutdown

11/10/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump proposed direct payments for healthcare costs and $2,000 dividends from tariff revenue, redirecting ObamaCare funds to individuals.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent clarified these ideas are not formal proposals and depend on ending the 41-day government shutdown.
Some administration officials downplayed proposals but said Senate agreement is needed to reopen the government.
Recent elections showed public disapproval of Trump’s performance, with voters blaming Republicans for the shutdown.

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U.S. President Donald Trump proposed direct payments for healthcare costs and $2,000 dividends from tariff revenue, redirecting ObamaCare funds to individuals.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent clarified these ideas are not formal proposals and depend on ending the 41-day government shutdown.
Some administration officials downplayed proposals but said Senate agreement is needed to reopen the government.
Recent elections showed public disapproval of Trump’s performance, with voters blaming Republicans for the shutdown.