President Donald Trump reaffirmed his promise of a $5,000 payment to every adult American, stating the dividend will happen because the people deserve it. He urged voters to support the Republican Party to make America great again.

The statement was posted on Truth Social, reinforcing his earlier pledge made during a speech at the Republican Party’s midterm convention in Dallas on Wednesday. Trump termed the payout a "Trump dividend" but provided no details on funding or implementation. The proposal follows earlier suggestions for $2,000 tariff rebate checks, which his Treasury secretary said would require congressional legislation.

Investment Claims vs Data

Trump stated that more than $20 trillion had been invested in the U.S. during his second term, suggesting the figure could reach $25 trillion. The White House has cited $11.2 trillion in major investment announcements.

Federal data showed about $232 billion in new foreign direct investment in 2025. An October CNN review noted that the White House’s tally included vague trade commitments rather than direct U.S. investments.

Inflation and Price Claims

Trump asserted that food prices and "almost every other item" were rapidly falling. While egg prices have dropped significantly from their peak, broader consumer prices continued to rise.

The latest available inflation data for July showed prices rising 3.4% year over year. This is above the 2.9% rate recorded in December 2024 and the 3.0% rate reported in January 2025.

Geopolitical Statements

Trump suggested renaming the Strait of Hormuz the "Trump Strait," stating he "should get something out of" controlling the waterway. Tensions escalated Tuesday as the U.S. military destroyed five Iranian crude oil tankers in retaliation for attempted attacks on an American warship.

He also referenced renaming Lake Ontario "Lake America" following a recent executive order and floated changing New Mexico’s name to "New America." Trump shared a map on Truth Social depicting the U.S. flag stretched across much of North America, including Canada, Mexico, Greenland, Iceland, Cuba, and Jamaica.

Donald Trump blamed President Joe Biden for recent oil price hikes. He claimed global crude costs will fall once the conflict with Iran concludes.

Trump indicated the war with Iran will end soon. He expressed trust in the Saudi Crown Prince, calling him a good friend. The former president stated the situation would be handled well following a pipeline attack.