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Trump Promises $5,000 Dividends If Republicans Win Congress

By Drooid · Sep 26, 2026, 3:06 PM UTC · How we work

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U.S. President Donald Trump pledged a $5,000 dividend to every adult if Republicans retain Congress in November 2026 midterms.
NBC News poll on Sept. 25 showed 52% prefer Democratic Congress versus 43% for Republicans.
Cook analyst Erin Covey projected Democrats could gain five to fifteen House seats, reaching 220-230.
Democrats would need four Senate seats to gain control, according to the Cook report.

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U.S. President Donald Trump pledged a $5,000 dividend to every adult if Republicans retain Congress in November 2026 midterms.
NBC News poll on Sept. 25 showed 52% prefer Democratic Congress versus 43% for Republicans.
Cook analyst Erin Covey projected Democrats could gain five to fifteen House seats, reaching 220-230.
Democrats would need four Senate seats to gain control, according to the Cook report.