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Trump's New Investment Accounts Aim to Bridge Wealth Gap

1/29/2026

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Bessent Launches "Trump Accounts"

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the "Trump Accounts" program to create tax-preferred investment accounts for 25 million children born between 2025 and 2028, with a $1,000 federal seed per account.
Bessent defended the program against worries it could widen wealth gaps, saying philanthropists can target lower-income areas for donations.
U.S. President Donald Trump faced backlash for comments about Alex Pretti's shooting, a lawful gun owner, contradicting his gun-rights stance.

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Trump Urged Against Endorsement

U.S. President Donald Trump is urged by an Iowa grassroots coalition to refrain from endorsing Rep. Randy Feenstra (R-IA) in the June 2, 2026 gubernatorial primary.
They contend an endorsement could skew the primary and tilt toward Feenstra.
The petition has gathered over 250 signatures from Iowa Republicans.
Critics say Feenstra does not align with the conservative base's priorities, warning this could affect the race and presidential cycle.

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Bessent Launches "Trump Accounts"

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced the "Trump Accounts" program to create tax-preferred investment accounts for 25 million children born between 2025 and 2028, with a $1,000 federal seed per account.
Bessent defended the program against worries it could widen wealth gaps, saying philanthropists can target lower-income areas for donations.
U.S. President Donald Trump faced backlash for comments about Alex Pretti's shooting, a lawful gun owner, contradicting his gun-rights stance.

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