President Trump frequently proposes ideas that initially seem improbable, which he then reiterates until they become more widely accepted, even if they don't always materialize. The article examines several of his recent notable statements and their current status.
One such idea is extending mortgage terms to 50 years. Trump suggested this on social media, with proponents arguing it would lower monthly payments and ease housing affordability. However, economists and some Republicans have criticized the proposal, noting it would delay home equity buildup. Trump has since downplayed his own suggestion, though White House officials state economic advisers are still considering it.
Another musing involves issuing $2,000 dividend checks to citizens, funded by tariffs. Experts dismiss this, as consumers already bear the cost of import levies passed on by exporters. The Treasury Secretary has indicated this is not feasible, and tariff revenue collected is insufficient to cover such payments. Despite this, the White House maintains a commitment to making these checks a reality.
Trump also floated the idea of sending $10,000 bonus checks to air traffic controllers who worked without pay during a government shutdown. When questioned about funding, he responded vaguely, stating he "always get[s] the money from someplace." This idea appears to have faded.
Regarding the death penalty in Washington D.C., Trump called for its enforcement, but capital punishment was repealed by the D.C. City Council in 1981 and rejected by voters in a subsequent referendum. While federal prosecutors report to Trump, most D.C. crimes are not federal offenses.
The administration explored creating a government-owned investment fund, a concept more typical in oil-rich nations. Since the U.S. runs deficits, the workaround has involved directing funds to acquire stakes in companies, often citing national security implications, without formally establishing such a fund.
Trump has repeatedly expressed his dislike for the NFL's kickoff rules, finding them "demeaning" and detrimental to the game's pageantry. He believes the league has the right to implement these changes but doesn't expect them to revert.
The idea of naming the Washington Commanders' stadium after Trump has been floated by the White House, though the team has not endorsed it. Trump has also voiced disapproval of the team's current name, suggesting a return to "Redskins." He previously hinted at blocking stadium construction unless the team changed its name.
A proposal to suspend deportations was actively being looked at by the administration, according to a deputy chief of staff. However, when questioned, Trump expressed ignorance of the idea, and the Homeland Security Secretary stated she had not been involved in any such discussions.
Trump suggested the U.S. might renew hostilities to retake Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan from the Taliban, warning of negative consequences if it wasn't returned. The Taliban rejected this notion and advised the U.S. to adopt realism.
Finally, Trump demanded an investigatio... download the app to read more
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