Trump’s $5K midterm pledge sparks GOP scrutiny and debate

At the Republican convention, President Trump proposed sending $5,000 to every adult if Republicans retain control of Congress, a plan critics say would cost over $1 trillion and could worsen inflation without a funding plan. GOP skeptics highlighted financing concerns and potential debt impacts, with some noting it’s a late, populist pitch. Ted Cruz suggested tying work requirements to the dividends, while others urged focusing on affordable living issues. The broader coverage also weighs AI/data-center debates as a key midterm issue, illustrating intra-party tensions and the high-stakes political dynamics surrounding the election.