Trump gives worrying response after being asked for update on $2,000 checks he promised to give to almost everyone in America

January 16, 2026 by youssef

As of September 30, $90 billion had been raised by tariffs, a figure that falls short of the estimated cost for the payouts.

Legal challenges and inflation concerns

The ongoing legal battle over the tariffs could affect whether the promised checks materialize.

The U.S. Supreme Court is set to rule soon on the legality of the tariffs, and if the decision goes against the administration, it could lead to a refund of the tariff revenue.

In addition, the idea of using tariff revenue to fund the checks has raised concerns about inflation.

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