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Mike Johnson says Trump $5,000 dividend needs Congress
By The BriefBrief · Sources (37)
Filed: Sep 13, 2026 at 4:05 PM ET
Summary: House Speaker Mike Johnson said Donald Trump’s proposed $5,000 “Trump Dividend” would require congressional approval. Trump floated the idea at the GOP’s midterm convention in Dallas, promising the dividend if voters keep Republicans in power on Capitol Hill.
WHO: House Speaker Mike Johnson
WHAT: Johnson said Trump’s $5,000 “Trump Dividend” needs congressional approval.
WHEN: Sep 6, 2026
WHERE: Dallas, Texas
WHY: Johnson said the proposal would require congressional approval.
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