President Trump linked his proposed tariff plan to a promise of direct payments, pledging that every American would receive at least $2,000, except for high-income earners.
However, he provided no details on timing, income limits, or eligibility rules, leaving significant uncertainty about how and when the payments would occur.
The president framed tariffs as a powerful source of national revenue, claiming they could drive domestic investment and increase overall wealth. On social media, he defended tariffs against critics, arguing they strengthen America’s global position. Trump suggested that revenue generated from tariffs could fund the $2,000 payments and help reduce the national debt, portraying the plan as both an economic stimulus and a strategy for long-term fiscal improvement.
