Trump reiterates pledge to send $5,000 checks, and hands out smaller payments, as midterm elections loom

Trump is promoting two federal payment programs already underway while reiterating a $5,000 dividend promise contingent on Republicans retaining Congress.

# Trump reiterates pledge to send $5,000 checks, and hands out smaller payments, as midterm elections loom Trump is promoting two federal payment programs already underway while reiterating a $5,000 dividend promise contingent on Republicans retaining Congress. **Read the full article:** [CNBC](https://www.cnbc.com/2026/10/04/trump-5000-checks-cash-payments-midterms.html) *This article was originally published by CNBC. MoneyWiseInc provides expert curation of the best financial content from trusted sources.*