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Trump’s $5,000 Check Promise Faces Skepticism From Former CBO Chief Who Also Doubted DOGE Checks: ‘I Don’t Think So’

Sep 18, 2026 · 02:18 AM ET· updated 4h ago
Trump’s $5,000 Check Promise Faces Skepticism From Former CBO Chief Who Also Doubted DOGE Checks: ‘I Don’t Think So’

Economist Douglas Holtz-Eakin doubts Trump’s proposed $5,000 checks, citing legal, funding and inflation concerns.

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A well-known economist says Trump's $5,000 check idea faces real money problems. When people wonder if a big promise can actually happen, it can change how they feel about stocks.

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