President Donald Trump announced plans to issue a “tariff dividend” of at least $2,000 per person—excluding high-income earners—funded by revenue collected from his sweeping tariff policies.
In a social-media message Sunday, Trump called opponents of tariffs “fools” and celebrated the United States as “the richest, most respected country in the world” under his leadership, claiming high 401(k) values and record markets as proof of success. He said tariff income would not only support the plan but also help begin reducing the national debt, which he referenced as exceeding $37 trillion.
Treasury data show that about $195 billion in tariff revenue was collected through the first three quarters of 2025. Administration officials confirmed the dividend would require congressional approval before any payouts could begin.