Trump attempts to secure Republican turnout in midterms with $5,000 dividend

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U.S. President Donald Trump is doubling down on his role as the face of the Republican Party after a fiery convention speech in Dallas. But with America’s midterm elections approaching, there's a growing worry inside the party that putting Trump front and centre could cost Republicans votes, and in turn, control of the House and Senate. During his convention speech on Wednesday night, Trump pitched a likely illegal and costly way to secure votes. “I will issue a dividend to every adult citizen in the United States of America for $5,000,” he said. As Reggie Cecchini reports, the trade war with Canada and the war with Iran have soured many Americans, however, Trump’s most loyal supporters remain firmly entrenched. For more info, please go to https://globalnews.ca Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: http://bit.ly/20fcXDc Follow Global News on X HERE: http://bit.ly/1Toz8mt Follow Global News on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@globalnews.ca?lang=en #GlobalNews

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