Washington — Director of the National Economic Council Kevin Hassett said Sunday that President Trump's idea to give Americans $2,000 checks funded by tariff revenue will "depend on what happens with Congress." "I would expect that in the new year, the president will bring forth a proposal to Congress to make that happen," Hassett said on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan." Since July, Mr. Trump has floated a possible rebate for some Americans based on tariff revenue.
Main Idea: Kevin Hassett said President Trump's proposed $2,000 tariff-funded checks for Americans would need Congress to approve them.
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Higher tariffs can raise prices for consumers and hurt small businesses that rely on imported goods.
If Congress approves the plan, some households could get $2,000 checks or tax-code rebates.
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