Trump’s $1,776 ‘warrior dividend’ repurposed from military housing aid

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Edward HelmoreDecember 18, 2025 at 10:49 PM

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During a recent address, Donald Trump promised a $1,776 "warrior dividend" to 1.45 million US military workers, claiming it would be funded by tariff revenue. However, the payments will actually be repurposed from military housing assistance funds previously approved by Congress. The $2.5 billion pledge, intended to mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, raised immediate questions about its funding source and potential implications. While details remain unclear regarding eligibility, timing, and tax implications, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated the payment would be tax-free and issued to service members in the coming days. The announcement coincides with Operation Southern Spear in the Caribbean and recent US military casualties.

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Pete Hegseth 50% Amy Coney Barrett 60% United States ×370% Donald Trump ×480%

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