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title: "Trump says there could be distribution of money from tariff revenues"
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# Trump says there could be distribution of money from tariff revenues

> Aug 3 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday said some Americans could get some kind of dividend or distribution of money as a result of tariffs being imposed on U.S. trading partners.

By Reuters · Published 4 August 2025, 06:34 SAST · Updated 4 August 2025, 06:34 SAST

## Key points
- In a classic case of "golfing while governing," Trump hinted at a potential windfall for middle and lower-income Americans, proving that even in the fairway, he’s still swinging for the fiscal fences.
- Trump suggests potential financial dividends for middle and lower-income Americans.
- Remarks made to reporters prior to boarding Air Force One.
- Statement follows a visit to his golf club in New Jersey.
- Emphasis on economic support for struggling citizens.

## Content

"There could be a distribution or a dividend to the people of our country, I would say for people that would be middle income people and lower income people, we could do a dividend," Trump told reporters before boarding Air Force One after leaving his golf club in New Jersey.

(Reporting by Patricia Zengerle; Editing by Tom Hogue)