Fact-check · Oct 7, 2026 · Donald Trump
“Have 25,000,000 children as owners”
MISLEADINGSaid in 2 broadcasts
What the record shows
Treasury Secretary Bessent predicted 25 million would enroll (2025); Michael and Susan Dell pledged $6.25 billion targeting 25 million children (Dec 2025). As of October 2026, 60+ million auto-enrolled; 70 million total accounts announced by White House. Actual claimed accounts far lower.
The 25 million figure was a prediction and philanthropic target, not actual enrollment. Current figures show 60-70 million auto-enrolled accounts, but most unclaimed. Stating a target as present achievement misrepresents the program's actua
Sources
- Treasury secretary predicts 25 million will take advantage of new 'Trump Accounts' for kids
- $6 billion Dell investment in 'Trump accounts' to provide 25 million kids with free money: Here's how to claim it
- Trump Accounts for Kids Are Now Live. Here's Everything Parents Need to Know
- Trump Accounts for Kids: Rules & Eligibility
- Billionaires Michael and Susan Dell to donate $250 into investment accounts of children under 10
- Michael and Susan Dell commit $6.25 billion for investment accounts for kids
From: President Trump Makes an Announcement, Oct. 7, 2026
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