The Dividend Ruse: Trump's Midterm Gambit In his speech to the Republican National Committee's midterm convention, President Trump unveiled a cynical ploy to buy votes and bolster the party's sagging fortunes ahead of the November elections.
His promise to send $5,000 "dividends" to every American citizen, contingent upon Republicans retaining control of the House and Senate, reeks of desperation.
Trump's proposal relies on his signature blend of populism and nationalism.