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The episode discusses Donald Trump's proposal to pay $5,000 to every adult American citizen if Republicans win the midterms, raising legal and ethical concerns.
Donald Trump has pledged a payment of $5,000 to every adult American citizen if the Republicans win in the November midterms. The outlandish proposal, which would cost over $1tn, immediately raised legal and ethical concerns. It comes as the president’s approval rating has hit a record low, hovering at about 38%. Lucy Hough speaks to global editor Devika Bhat – watch on YouTube . Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus
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