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Trump to Send Nearly $100 Checks to 20 Million Seniors for Medicare Part B Premiums
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News18•03-10-2026, 11:15
Trump to Send Nearly $100 Checks to 20 Million Seniors for Medicare Part B Premiums
- •US President Donald Trump announced a plan to distribute nearly $100 to 20 million senior citizens nationwide, his latest initiative for direct cash payments.
- •The majority of qualifying seniors will receive the $90 distribution via direct deposit early in October, with physical checks mailed to those without direct deposit.
- •Trump stated the funds will come from the Medicare Improvement Fund, which he called a "pointless 'Slush Fund'" previously used by Democrats.
- •He linked the initiative to his pledge to protect Medicare and Social Security, contrasting it with Joe Biden's policies.
- •Trump suggested this check distribution would demonstrate the feasibility of the promised $5,000 "Trump Dividend" if the GOP wins elections.
Key Questions Answered
The funds for the checks being sent to over 20 million seniors will come from the Medicare Improvement Fund.
The direct cash distributions of nearly $100 are intended to help senior citizens pay for their Medicare Part B premiums.
Seniors lacking direct deposit arrangements will receive a physical check mailed to their residential addresses officially logged with Medicare.
