Former Montana governor slams Trump’s $5,000 adult payout promise as impossible
Marc Racicot, ex-governor of Montana and former RNC chair, called Donald Trump’s pledge to give every adult $5,000 a “classic bait and switch” that cannot be funded without Congress.
In an interview, former Montana governor and ex-RNC chair Marc Racicot denounced Donald Trump’s promise to hand $5,000 to every adult American if Republicans control Congress, labeling it a “classic bait and switch.” He explained that the proposal would increase the deficit by about $1.4 trillion and could only succeed with legislative backing, which he deems unlikely. Racicot also highlighted the administration’s recent $1.4 trillion debt spending and an additional trillion in out-of-budget expenditures, calling the overall fiscal approach reckless.
He accused Trump of using empty-hall rhetoric and prevarication to mask desperation ahead of the midterms. Racicot warned that the public is seeing through these tactics, which could lead to difficult times for the party. The criticism came amid broader commentary on Trump’s political maneuvering and the economic implications of his promises.
Why it matters
The critique highlights the fiscal impracticality of a high-profile campaign promise that could shape voter expectations.
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