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House Speaker Mike Johnson says Trump's $5,000 'dividend' needs congressional approval

WBRZ Baton Rouge

Sep 14, 2026

WASHINGTON (AP) --- President Donald Trump's proposal to send $5,000 to every American adult if his Republican Party maintains control of the House and Senate in the November elect…

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House Speaker Mike Johnson says Trump's $5,000 'dividend' needs congressional approval

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