Trump’s $2,000 Tariff Rebate Checks Face Delays, Potential Bypass of Congressional Approval
President Donald TRUMP has indicated that his proposed $2,000 tariff rebate checks for Americans may not be distributed until late this year, a significant delay from his earlier suggestion of a mid-year timeline. The initiative, framed as a "dividend" from tariff revenues, targets low- and middle-income earners, potentially capped at $100,000 annual income.
Trump now asserts congressional approval may not be necessary for the program, citing alternative revenue sources. This stance could circumvent legislative opposition but raises questions about executive authority over fiscal policy. The rebate plan remains a focal point of Trump's economic messaging ahead of the election cycle.