Trump's $5K Dividend Pledge Roils US Treasury Market

President Donald Trump's pledge to give American voters a $5,000 "dividend" has drawn criticism, but similar vote-buying practices have historical precedent. Critics argue the proposal amounts to an attempt to purchase electoral support, while supporters frame it as a direct benefit to working families. The practice of offering direct payments or financial incentives to voters is not new, with examples found in various political campaigns across different countries and eras.