Trump still plans on sending $5,000 checks after midterms, but even his fans are skeptical

President Donald Trump plans to send $5,000 checks to voters in order to boost Republican turnout in the upcoming midterm elections on November 3rd. However, even his most dedicated supporters are skeptical that the promised payouts will materialize. At a rally in Alaska, a woman named Jamie Alvarez said that while the checks may be helpful for some, she does not believe votes should be bought.

Another attendee, Joseph Eatherton, expressed uncertainty about whether the funds could actually be delivered. The idea of such payouts has been a go-to strategy for Trump in the past, including $2,000 dividends and large refunds, which never materialized. Trump's supporters, such as Lucy Martinez, are convinced they will receive the checks, stating that he has always kept his promises.

However, many voters are already disillusioned with Trump's economic leadership, citing his failure to control inflation and his involvement in overseas conflicts. Amy Frederiksen, a former Republican Minnesota Senate majority leader, noted that the public's trust in Trump's promises is already dwindling. Trump has also proposed a $90 payment to 20 million Medicare enrollees and $500 rebates for those overcharged on Obamacare plans.

The White House claims the funds are possible due to trade deals, foreign investment, and government deals for oil and minerals. However, the economic impact of the proposed checks remains unclear, with many experts warning that the cost would exceed $1 trillion, leading to a significant deficit and potential inflation. Despite the skepticism, Trump insists that Republicans must retain control of the House and Senate for the payouts to occur.

Republican candidates have not been actively advertising the promise, suggesting that it may not be a priority for their campaign. When asked if the administration was modeling the economic impact of the checks, a spokesperson for the White House Council of Economic Advisers declined to answer. Recent polls indicate that roughly half of registered voters distrust Trump's ability to keep his promises, while around 3 in 10 believe he makes promises but is unable to fulfill them. Republican voters, however, are more likely to view Trump as a reliable promise-keeper.