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Received — 20 October 2026 ⏭ PBS NewsHour - The Latest

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Gimmick or giveback? Even some Trump supporters don't expect to get $5,000 checks after midterms 20 October 2026 at 16:27

Gimmick or giveback? Even some Trump supporters don't expect to get $5,000 checks after midterms

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By: Josh Boak, Associated Press · Becky Bohrer, Associated Press · Bill Barrow, Associated Press

20 October 2026 at 16:27

The offering of government checks has become a go-to tactic for President Donald Trump when he faces a political jam.