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Trump's promise of $5000 checks under fire

Trump's promise of $5000 checks under fire

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump's pitch to send Americans $5,000 checks should Republicans prevail in the November midterms is drawing scorn from several quarters.

Associated Press
Sep 10, 2026
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