[Trump Promises $5,000 'Dividend' Per Person, Funds May Come from Tariff Revenue] According to The Wall Street Journal, on Wednesday evening local time, Trump promised that if the Republican Party retains control of both the House and Senate in the November midterm elections, a $5,000 'dividend' will be distributed to every adult U.S. citizen. This could involve over 200 million payments, amounting to more than $1 trillion (assuming no income restrictions). Where will the money come from? Trump hinted that the funds might come from tariff revenue, though his statement was not entirely clear. How can this be achieved without triggering a surge in inflation? This will spark intense debate. Will congressional Republicans support this plan? If this promise helps the Republican Party maintain a majority in both chambers during the midterm elections, Republican lawmakers may find it difficult to outright reject the proposal.