Trump reiterates $5,000 adult payment pledge ahead of 2026 midterms
President Donald Trump in Washington said he will issue a $5,000 payment to every adult American if Republicans retain control of the House and Senate in the 2026 midterm elections, presenting the pledge as part of his push for Republican candidates ahead of the vote. Earlier, Trump announced one-time $90 payments for Medicare beneficiaries and revived the $5,000 adult dividend, but he offered no details on how the program would be funded or what legislative steps would be required.