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🚨 BREAKING: Donald Trump Declares $1,776 “Warrior Dividend” for 1.45 Million U.S. Troops This Christmas President Trump stunned the nation today, announcing that more than 1.45 million U.S. service members will receive a special holiday bonus he calls the “Warrior Dividend,” funded by tariffs. “In honor of our nation’s founding, every soldier is getting $1,776—and the checks are already on their way,” Trump declared, sending shockwaves through Washington and the military community alike.
President Donald Trump announced Wednesday evening that more than 1.45 million U.S. military service members will receive a one‑time $1,776 payment ahead of Christmas in what he’s calling a “Warrior Dividend.” The amount, Trump said, is meant to honor the nation’s founding in 1776.
Speaking from the White House’s Diplomatic Reception Room in a prime‑time address to the nation, Trump said the payments are already being processed and will be sent out before the holiday. He tied the initiative to revenue generated from tariffs his administration has imposed and touted it as a part of his economic record.
“We made a lot more money than anybody thought because of tariffs, and the checks are already on the way,” Trump said, adding that “nobody deserves it more than our military.”
The announcement comes as Trump seeks to reassure Americans amid ongoing concerns about inflation and the cost of living, with his approval ratings on economic issues remaining low. Analysts note that while the payments are intended as a show of support for the military, questions remain about the legal authority and funding mechanisms behind the program, as actual appropriations for such payments typically require Congressional approval.
The total cost of the Warrior Dividend is estimated at roughly $2.5 billion to $2.6 billion, and applies to active duty and eligible reserve service members.
This initiative is part of a broader 2026 agenda preview that included Trump’s claims of economic progress, plans for housing reform, and ongoing debates over tariffs and fiscal policy.
