Trump's $5K dividend promise slammed as desperate attempt to buy votes
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Critics slammed U.S. President Donald Trump's promise to give out $5,000 cheques for voting Republican in the upcoming midterm elections as a desperate attempt to bribe voters. But some lawyers say that while the move is probably unethical, it may not be illegal. The National is the flagship of CBC News showcasing award-winning journalism from across Canada and around the world. Led by Chief Correspondent Adrienne Arsenault, our team of trusted reporters helps you make sense of the world, wherever you are. Subscribe to get the latest news daily, and watch live starting at 9 p.m. ET. https://www.youtube.com/user/CBCTheNational?sub_confirmation=1 More from CBC News | https://www.cbc.ca/news
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