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Watch: Three times Trump has promised money to AmericansCloseUS President Donald Trump says he would give $5,000 to every American adult if the midterm elections go his way. Turning that promise into reality, however, would face significant hurdles. The proposal could cost more than $1.3 trillion, would require congressional approval and could face legal scrutiny regarding soliciting votes for money.
BBC’s Samira Hussain looks at other times the president has made similar promises.
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