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Trump sends one-time checks to 20M seniors ahead of midterms
Irish IndependentLO·US·1 day ago
President Trump announced a $90 payment to cover seniors' Medicare Part B premiums, a targeted benefit timed just before the Nov. 3 midterm elections. The move is a direct appeal to a key voting bloc, likely aimed at boosting Republican turnout. It signals an expansion of pre-election fiscal promises, raising questions about budget impact and political motivation.