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Governor Ron DeSantis is sharply criticizing Donald Trump’s proposal to send every adult American $5,000 if Republicans retain control of Congress, calling it reckless and inflationary. He argues that targeted tax cuts—like those in Florida, which have slashed nearly $10 billion in taxes while boosting the rainy day fund and creating surpluses—are a smarter way to return money to citizens. DeSantis warns that Trump’s plan, which could add $1.5 trillion to the national debt, risks fueling inflation and worsening fiscal instability. While Trump has floated similar cash payments before—including a $2,000 dividend and a $1,776 “warrior dividend”—DeSantis remains steadfast in his push for a Balanced Budget Amendment to rein in federal spending. With the national debt now so massive that servicing it costs more than defense, DeSantis champions fiscal discipline over broad, potentially destabilizing handouts.

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