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Americans Are Skeptical of Trump's Promise of $5,000 Checks if Republicans Win the Midterms, New Poll Shows

An Economist/YouGov survey found that only 21% of registered voters believed Trump would "definitely" or "probably" follow through on the $5,000 payments. (Credit: Getty Images)

Americans appear deeply skeptical that President Donald Trump will make good on his promise to send $5,000 checks to adults if Republicans retain control of Congress in November, according to new polling.

An Economist/YouGov survey found that only 21% of registered voters believed Trump would "definitely" or "probably" follow through on the $5,000 payments. By comparison, 57% said they doubted the checks would actually be delivered.

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