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Trump Hands Out Cash as Midterms Near, Says The Hill

“Big story from The Hill: with the midterms a month away and healthcare costs frustrating voters, President Trump is handing out cash. Cash, folks!” — Chip Darnell, on air

On air: Chip Darnell and Vera Bullock on After the Bell
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At a glance

  • First reported by The Hill: “Trump turns to cash as healthcare concerns mount”.
  • Covered on BBN on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at 5:11 PM ET on After the Bell, by Chip Darnell and Vera Bullock.
  • Topics: Hill, Trump.
  • BBN covered this story before: Chiefs Eye Hill Return; Surtain and Higgins Hurt (October 5).

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  • The HillTrump turns to cash as healthcare concerns mount

What BBN said about it

  1. Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorBig story from The Hill: with the midterms a month away and healthcare costs frustrating voters, President Trump is handing out cash. Cash, folks!

  2. Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorHanding out cash a month before an election? Chip, that's not a policy, that's a dinner party where everyone gets a gift bag.

  3. Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorFree money and a ballot box, Vera! It's like a county fair, only with more paperwork and fewer funnel cakes!

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The story so far

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