Trump announces $1,776 bonus for U.S. service members.

President Trump announced a $1,776 bonus for U.S. service members as a “warrior dividend” before Christmas, inspired by the nation’s founding year. The one-time pay bump will benefit 1.45 million military members, tax-free as a housing supplement. Eligible recipients include active duty officers up to O-6 rank and reserve component service members on active duty orders. The $2.6 billion payments are funded by tariffs and the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, with distribution expected before December 20.

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