The story began when Trump took to Truth Social with one of his trademark posts—part political messaging, part economic defense, part rallying cry. In it, he insisted that his tariff system was generating massive government revenue, fueling economic strength, and empowering the nation in ways critics refuse to acknowledge.

He wrote: “People that are against Tariffs are FOOLS! With Almost No Inflation, and A Record Stock Market Price. 401k’s are Highest EVER. We are taking in Trillions of Dollars and will soon begin paying down our ENORMOUS DEBT.” Then came the line that stunned even many of his supporters:

“A dividend of at least $2000 a person (not including high income people!) will be paid to everyone.” With those few words, Trump transformed a complicated economic discussion into a deeply personal one. Suddenly, the focus was not on macroeconomics, but on households. Not on national revenue, but on individual relief. Political analysts immediately noted that the pledge could become one of the most memorable promises in modern American history—if it happens.

Why the Word “Dividend” Matters

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