GOP critic warns of unchecked federal spending

Senator Rand Paul, a fiscal conservative, opposes President Trump's proposal to distribute $5,000 to every American adult amid the national debt exceeding $40 trillion. He argues that giving out dividends during a deficit is irresponsible and emphasizes the need for spending cuts to balance the budget over five years, excluding Social Security but potentially reducing Medicare waste. Paul is also considering a 2028 presidential run, advocating for a free-market alternative within the Republican field.

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