US President Donald Trump defended his tariff policy on Sunday, calling it the driving force behind America’s “wealth and respect,” and pledging a $2,000 “tariff dividend” for most Americans, excluding high-income earners. In a Truth Social post, Trump claims tariff revenues have fueled record investment and manufacturing growth, dismissing critics as “fools.” The announcement comes as the Supreme Court reviews the legality of his sweeping trade measures. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent suggests the payments could take the form of tax cuts, though no mechanism or timeline has been detailed. The proposal raises questions about feasibility, legality, and its political timing ahead of elections.