{
  "id": 6534567,
  "title": "Trump Tells Midterm Voters to ‘Pretend That I’m Running’ — and Promises $5,000 if GOP Wins",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/10/trump-tells-midterm-voters-to-pretend-that-im-running-and-promises-5",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-10T03:28:14.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TheWrap",
    "slug": "thewrap",
    "url": "https://www.thewrap.com/media-platforms/politics/trump-midterms-5000-dividend/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "President Donald Trump addressed Republican Party supporters at the inaugural midterm convention in Dallas, imploring Americans to cast their ballots as if his name were on the ballot. He hinted at a $5,000 \"Trump Dividend\" if Republicans maintain control of Congress, positioning himself as a central figure in the election. Trump urged his supporters to act as if he were a candidate, saying, \"Please pretend that I’m running, and get out and vote on Nov. 3, or sooner.\" He also pledged to campaign in states with close races, despite some Republican candidates opting out of the Dallas event. Trump promised the dividend based on the nation's economic strength, though he provided little detail on its mechanics or funding. Throughout his speech, Trump attacked Democrats, labeling them \"communists\" and warning that a Democratic Congress would undermine his second-term agenda. He also mocked Democratic candidates and defended the ongoing Iran conflict, threatening further military action. Despite his extensive address, Trump ultimately returned to the importance of the midterms, reiterating his call for voters to see the election as if he were running and to expect the promised $5,000 dividend if Republicans succeed.",
  "summary": "The president also threatens more Iran strikes and brands Democrats “communists” The post Trump Tells Midterm Voters to ‘Pretend That I’m Running’ — and Promises $5,000 if GOP Wins appeared first on TheWrap .",
  "key_points": [],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}