In a series of messages posted over the weekend on the platform Social truthPresident Donald Trump He stressed that the income came from the tariffs applied during his administration It would allow a direct payment of $2,000 to be delivered to most Americans. According to their approach, this “yield” excludes only those at the highest levels of income, and can be justified by the argument that U.S. Its collection increased due to the customs tariff system applied to imported goods.
“Winnings of at least $2,000 will be paid per person“This does not include high-income people,” Trump announced on social media. The president confirmed that this money would come from what he called… “Accumulated customs duty revenues” He stressed that the North American country is in a position to cover these payments without raising taxes or generating new debt.
“Contributions to 401(k) plans are at their highest levels in history. We are raising trillions of dollars and will soon start paying down our massive $37 trillion in debt. He explained that the record investment is in the United States, with factories and factories everywhere.
According to the letters published by the president in the newspaper Truth Social, This action will be linked to a broader plan Modifying the structure of health coverageThis is done by eliminating intermediaries and sending resources directly to the population. So far, the declaration has been presented as a recommendation directed at Republican senators Not as an official initiative sent to Congress.
This mode opens a scenario in which the proposal takes place It must be evaluated from a legislative and budgetary point of viewConsidering that its actual implementation requires parliamentary approval, therefore So far, this will not happen in the remainder of 2025.
“Those who oppose tariffs are gullible!” Trump said in his message. “We are now the richest and most respected country in the world“With near-zero inflation and a record stock market.”
After Trump’s statements, the Treasury Secretary said: Scott BesantExplain that There is no formal project to implement the $2,000 payment or health system funding adjustment.. During an interview with ABC NewsHe pointed out that the government’s priority at this time is to resolve the federal administrative closure and any reform or distribution of funds It will depend on that previous process.
“The president is posting about this, but we have to reopen the government before we do that. We will not negotiate with Democrats until they reopen the government. “It’s very simple,” he said.
Besant stressed that there may be several possible scenarios in which these bonds could be implemented directly or through financial adjustments. “A $2,000 dividend can come in many forms. It could simply be the tax cuts we see on the president’s agendaHe explained: You know, there’s no tip tax, no overtime tax, no Social Security tax, no car loan deduction.
On the other hand, Kevin HassettThe Director of the National Economic Council indicated that Trump’s posts represent, at the present time, An exploratory phase and that the internal discussion has only just begun. Hassett described the announcement as part of a deliberative process aimed at encouraging reaching agreements in the Senate on the budget and reopening the government.
“The president raised this idea yesterday. I don’t think it’s been widely discussed in the Senate yet,” he said during an interview on the program. Facing the nation to CBS News. “Everyone thinks people should have access to health care, so Why not take the people who have higher health care premiums and mail them a check and let them decide?He added.
The president said financing for the bonds would come from revenues generated through tariffs. According to official data, Net revenues from customs duties during the last fiscal year exceeded 194 billion US dollarsThis number reflects a significant increase compared to the previous period. However, these resources are part of the federal government’s general budget and already have allocations for other programs.
Studies conducted by academic institutions such as Yale University indicate that if the current tariff system is maintained, The backlog could reach about US$2.6 trillion between 2026 and 2035.. However, the sustainability of this income depends on judicial and legislative decisions. The Supreme Court is currently analyzing the validity of basing tariff increases on the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). A potential judgment against her would significantly reduce her expected income.
The total national debt currently exceeds $38 trillionwhich means that any proposal for direct allocation of funds It must go through a budget review.
“I recommend to Republican senators that hundreds of billions of dollars now go to for-profit insurance companies to maintain Obamacare’s failed health care system. It is sent directly to people so they can purchase their health insurance“Much better, and they still have money left,” Trump posted in another of his messages. Social truth.
The US President’s proposal comes in the context of tense negotiations in Congress regarding… Government shutdown It is also included in the discussion about the health system.
yet, Neither the House nor the Senate has received an official bill. The White House also has not issued an executive order or administrative directive related to the reward distribution.
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