Senator Bill Cassidy called President Donald Trump’s proposed $5,000 payments “absolutely inflationary,” arguing that borrowing to fund them could raise consumer borrowing costs. House Speaker Mike Johnson also declined to guarantee the checks, while other Republicans raised questions about the plan.
Former transportation secretary who criticized Johnson’s hesitation
ALSO MENTIONED Gavin Newsom, California governor who criticized the proposal as an attempt to buy votes; Kevin Hassett, National Economic Council director who discussed a possible funding route
Former transportation secretary who criticized Johnson’s hesitation
ALSO MENTIONED Gavin Newsom, California governor who criticized the proposal as an attempt to buy votes; Kevin Hassett, National Economic Council director who discussed a possible funding route
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