Trump Accounts for Kids: 5 Million Signed Up for $1,000 Seed

Published on 4/15/2026

Trump Accounts for Kids: 5 Million Signed Up for $1,000 Seed

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Approximately 5 million children have signed up for Trump Accounts, with 1.2 million eligible for a $1,000 contribution, according to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. The accounts will launch on July 4 and are available for all U.S. children under 18 with a Social Security number. Significant commitments include $6.25 billion pledged by tech CEO Michael Dell to fund these accounts. Contributions may come from various sources, and the accounts will be managed by Bank of New York Mellon and Robinhood.