Trump announces $1,776 ‘warrior dividend’ payout for military personnel
President Trump announced $1,776 payments to 1.45 million military personnel funded by tariff revenue, totaling nearly $2.6 billion, as a holiday bonus before Christmas.
- On Wednesday, President Donald Trump announced in a prime-time White House address that more than 1.45 million military service members will receive $1,776 each as a `Warrior Dividend` before Christmas.
- Trump said the payments were funded by tariffs and the 'One Big, Beautiful Bill,' framing the move as redirecting funds to the military, with the funding source attributed to the president.
- The White House said the "warrior dividend" program total is $2.57bn, with officials confirming checks are already being sent to arrive before Christmas.
- The move raised constitutional questions as it is unclear if checks can be issued without Congressional approval.
- With affordability as a top issue, the move follows Trump's previous proposals, including a $2,000 tariff rebate idea and a $130 million private donation precedent, ahead of 2026 midterms.
190 Articles
190 Articles
Trump promises ‘warrior dividend’ military bonus by year’s end
President Trump on Wednesday evening promised members of the military a “warrior’s dividend” of $1,776 per service member.
He calls it a warrior dividend. US President Trump has promised American soldiers a special Christmas present.
'I Inherited A Mess And I'm Fixing It': Watch President Trump Unveil 'Warrior Dividend', Signal Housing Reform, Not Mention Venezuela - CDM - Human Reporters • Not Machines
The post 'I Inherited A Mess And I'm Fixing It': Watch President Trump Unveil 'Warrior Dividend', Signal Housing Reform, Not Mention Venezuela appeared first on Armed Forces Press.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 56% of the sources are Center
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium



































