President Donald Trump announced a surprise Christmas bonus for over 1.4 million military service members, with each soldier receiving $1,776. The $2.6 billion payment was funded by tariffs, generating $30.76 billion in customs duties in November. Trump suggested cutting income taxes completely, but critics find it mathematically impossible.

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Read more at Yahoo Finance: Trump announces $1,776 ‘warrior dividend’ checks for millions. Here’s who gets them (and what to do if you don’t)