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Ohio senator to 'get a bill ready' to help Trump keep promise of $5K payments if GOP wins midterms

Trump promised payments to adults if Republicans keep control of both chambers after the midterms.

Ohio senator to 'get a bill ready' to help Trump keep promise of $5K payments if GOP wins midterms
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Sen. Bernie Moreno says he will prepare a bill to implement President Donald Trump’s proposed $5,000 payments if Republicans retain control of Congress after the midterms. Trump did not explain how the payments would be funded, and the Associated Press estimates they could cost at least $1 trillion.

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Ohio senator preparing a bill to implement Trump’s proposed payments

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Bernie Moreno Plans Bill for Trump's $5,000 Payments

Sen. Bernie Moreno said he plans to prepare legislation for President Donald Trump's proposed $5,000 payments. Center outlets emphasize uncertainty about funding and the proposal's projected cost. Right-leaning outlets describe the checks as tariff-funded and highlight political arguments for and against them, while also noting a high projected cost.

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