GOP Senator Says Trump's $5,000 Checks Are 'Absolutely Inflationary'

Republican Senator Bill Cassidy criticized President Donald Trump's proposal to send $5,000 checks to American adults, calling it "absolutely inflationary." Cassidy made these comments on CBS News' Face the Nation, adding to growing scrutiny of Trump's campaign promise ahead of the midterm elections. The proposal, announced during the Republican National Committee's midterm convention, would provide a $5,000 "dividend" to every adult U.S. citizen if Republicans maintain control of Congress.

Cassidy expressed concerns about funding the payments and their potential impact on the national debt. He argued that borrowing money for such a program could increase costs for consumers, making major purchases less affordable. Cassidy suggested that reducing the national debt would provide greater long-term economic benefits.