Trump’s Claim of an “Exact Date” for $2,000 Checks
1. The Announcement Trump captured national attention by promising Americans “$2,000 in direct payments” by a specific date. The idea felt urgent and hopeful during a time of “high prices, rising rents, and holiday pressures.” 2. The Doubts The plan relied on tariff revenue, which the article notes is “unpredictable and dependent on global markets.” Experts questioned whether the…