President Donald Trump recently made a promise to pay $5,000 to all adult Americans if Republicans maintain control of Congress. This announcement caught many government officials and allies off guard. A scramble has ensued to flesh out the details of the proposal.

Trump made the promise during a speech at the Republican Party's midterm convention. He had discussed the idea with a small circle of close political advisors beforehand.

Further information about the proposal and the reaction to it is available from CNN, which spoke with individuals familiar with the matter.