Bessent: $2K tariff checks would go to 'working families'

The Hill•Sunday, November 16, 2025 at 9:27:58 PM

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that the proposed $2,000 tariff checks by President Trump would be directed to 'working families.' During an interview on Fox News's 'Sunday Morning Futures,' Bessent emphasized that there would be an income limit for eligibility. This proposal follows Trump's earlier suggestion to send at least $2,000 to most Americans, aiming to provide financial support amid economic challenges.

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