Trump Claims $5,000 Midterm Dividends Wouldn't Need Congressional Approval President Trump has sparked debate with his assertion that a proposed $5,000 midterm dividend wouldn't require congressional approval.
On the surface, this claim may seem plausible, but closer examination reveals a more complex picture.
The Basis of the Claim The proposed dividend is an extraordinary cash distribution, a type of stock dividend allowing corporations to distribute excess funds directly to shareholders beyond regular dividends.