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Bessent: $2K tariff checks would go to ‘working families’

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasized that $2,000 tariff-funded payments need congressional legislation and noted income limits would apply to working families, amid legal challenges to tariffs.

  • Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said President Trump's proposed $2,000 tariff 'dividend' would require legislation from Congress.
  • Bessent stated the payments would go to 'working families' and have an income limit, though about half of the tariff revenue is under review by the Supreme Court.
  • A Trump administration official expressed optimism that inflation will decrease and real income will 'substantially accelerate' by early 2026.
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Treasury secretary says ‘we will see’ about $2,000 rebate checks to Americans as Supreme Court weighs Trump’s tariffs

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Sunday that President Donald Trump’s proposal to issue $2,000 tariff rebate checks to most Americans would require Congress’ approval.

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