Donald Trump unveils a headline-grabbing Christmas cash gift plan aimed at millions of Americans

🎁 The Takeaway

Whether viewed as a welcome holiday gift or a political gesture with big economic stakes, Trump’s cash gift proposal has become one of the most talked-about stories of the season. As 2026 unfolds, all eyes will be on Washington to see if this headline-grabbing plan moves from promise to reality — and who ultimately benefits.

If you want, I can break this down into a short social-media teaser version or a fact-checked explainer that separates what’s proposed from what’s legally approved.