NewsNBC Miami PoliticsJuly 2, 2026United States
Trump Accounts: What to Know About the New Government Investment Program
The Trump administration is launching 'Trump Accounts,' a government-backed investment program that provides $1,000 in seed money to children born during the current presidential term. While the government provides the initial deposit for newborns, private firms manage the funds, and families or employers can contribute additional money for long-term savings.
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Parents of children born between 2025 and 2028 can receive $1,000 in government-funded for a restricted investment account, though the funds are inaccessible until the child turns 18 and are subject to taxes upon withdrawal.
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Who's Mentioned
personScott Bessent“Promoting the '50 State Challenge' to encourage corporate donations.”personSanjay Mehrotra“CEO of Micron Technology; pledged $250 million.”personMichael Dell“Founder of Dell Technologies; pledged $6.25 billion for children who do not qual”personMelania Trump“Unveiled a spinoff program for children in foster care.”personRay Dalio“Hedge fund founder; pledged $75 million for children in Connecticut.”personSusan Dell“Pledged $6.25 billion alongside her husband Michael Dell.”personBrad Gerstner“Investor; pledged $250 per child under age 5 in Indiana.”organizationU.S. Treasury Department“Manages the $1,000 contribution program.”personBarbara Dalio“Pledged $75 million alongside her husband Ray Dalio.”personDonald Trump“Announced the launch of Trump Accounts and the 50 State Challenge.”