President Trump has announced a proposed $2,000 payout per person (excluding high-income earners), funded by tariff revenues, claiming it will benefit middle- and lower-income households without causing inflation. The Treasury reported $195B in 2025 tariff revenue, with projections of $500B annually, but details remain unclear—whether payments will be direct cash, tax breaks, one-time or recurring. Critics argue tariffs act as hidden taxes, raising consumer prices and burdening import-reliant industries, while supporters claim the dividend could stimulate spending and boost domestic manufacturing. The policy’s legality may face court challenges and financial markets reacted cautiously, with analysts predicting potential gold price surges as a hedge…