Trump Weighs 'DOGE Dividend' Stimulus—Could CT Taxpayers Benefit?

CONNECTICUT — Could another stimulus check be on the way for Connecticut taxpayers? President Donald Trump has expressed interest in a proposal to return a portion of federal savings to Americans, calling it a potential "DOGE Dividend."

What Is the DOGE Dividend?

The concept, pitched by DOGE advisor and Azoria Investment Firm CEO James Fishback, suggests redirecting 20% of savings from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to taxpayers, with another 20% going toward the national debt. Fishback estimates DOGE’s cost-cutting efforts could yield $2 trillion in savings.

Elon Musk, a key supporter of DOGE, hinted at discussions on his social media platform, writing Tuesday that he “will check with the President.”

Speaking at an investment conference in Miami on Wednesday, Trump suggested that rewarding taxpayers would encourage citizens to report government waste.

“They’ll be reporting it themselves,” Trump said. “They participate in the process of saving us money.”

Potential Impact on Taxpayers

Fishback, speaking with NewsNation’s Chris Cuomo, emphasized that this wouldn’t be a handout but rather a return of taxpayer money.

“This wasn’t sent to D.C. to then be quickly sent to Myanmar for a DEI musical or Colombia for a transgender opera,” Fishback said.

However, economic experts warn of potential inflation risks. Preston Brashers, a tax policy research fellow at the Heritage Foundation, argued that stimulus payments could drive prices higher.

“The dividend we get from slashing spending is that it brings inflation into check,” Brashers said. “But if the government sends out stimmy checks, inflation will come back with a vengeance.”

Fishback countered these concerns, asserting that most tax-paying households would likely save rather than spend the funds immediately.

Will Congress Approve the Plan?

The initiative would require congressional approval to redistribute the savings. As the debate unfolds, Connecticut residents and taxpayers nationwide will be watching closely to see if the DOGE Dividend becomes a reality in 2026.

This article contains reporting from the Associated Press.