Jimmy Kimmel has questioned Donald Trump‘s latest economic proposal of $5,000 for American citizens on Jimmy Kimmel Live!. The late-night talk show host expressed strong skepticism, questioning how the plan would be funded and its potential impact on the federal deficit.
Trump recently said he would issue a $5,000 dividend to every adult citizen in the U.S. if Republicans win control of both the House and Senate. He linked the promise to what he described as the country’s “economic success.” Kimmel called the offer both a bribe and a lie.
“Folks, I spent all day today trying to decide whether that was a bribe or a lie. And I think it might be both things,” the 58-year-old told his audience. “How nice of the president to offer us our own money. This is like if I went in your bathroom and unplugged your electric toothbrush, put it in a box, and gave it to you for Christmas.”
Why Kimmel believes Donald Trump’s $5,000 promise isn’t free money
Kimmel questioned how such a massive proposal would be funded, signifying the enormous cost of the pledge. He warned that $5,000 payments to every American adult could add $1.3 trillion to the federal deficit.
“That’s a lot of money,” the host said before asking how Trump would arrange funds for the proposal. Kimmel asked, joking, “Is Ivanka going to sell Girl Scout cookies to pay for that?”
The comedian argued that taxpayers could ultimately bear the cost through more taxes. “We will have to pay it back with more taxes,” he added.
Kimmel also questioned whether Trump would actually keep his promise if Republicans win the midterm elections. He mocked the proposal by referencing several other unfulfilled financial promises and mandates announced by the 47th US President.
The remark comes during a prominent week for Kimmel, who recently won an Emmy Award for his work hosting ABC’s Who Wants to Be a Millionaire.
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