Former President Donald Trump has pledged to distribute $5,000 to every American adult if Republicans maintain control of both the House and Senate in the upcoming midterm elections, a proposal unveiled during the Republican Party’s midterm convention in Dallas, Texas.

Trump described the payment as the "Trump dividend," likening it to a corporate profit distribution to shareholders and attributing it to the nation’s "tremendous strength and success economically." He indicated that the funds would be required to be spent within the United States. However, the former president did not provide details on the mechanics of the proposal, including how it would be financed or implemented.

The ambitious promise has raised fiscal concerns, as it is estimated to cost more than $1 trillion and would necessitate congressional approval. Critics point out that such a payout would likely further increase the already substantial federal budget deficit, which stands near $1.8 trillion annually, and could intensify existing inflationary pressures.

Vice President JD Vance attempted to clarify aspects of the plan shortly after Trump's announcement, suggesting that the payments might exclude wealthier Americans and proposing that funding could come from tariff revenues. However, tariff collections to date fall significantly short of covering the projected cost of the proposal, leaving questions about its financial viability. White House officials did not provide further comment when approached for additional information.

Opposition Democrats dismissed the pledge as an "empty promise," and legal experts have cast doubt on the constitutionality and practical feasibility of such widespread direct payments. As the midterm elections approach, the pledge appears to be a strategic move aimed at energizing the Republican base amid concerns about the party’s electoral prospects.