The push for an American baby boom
The Trump administration is considering a $5,000 "baby bonus" to combat the declining U.S. birth rate, which is at a historic low. Experts debate whether financial incentives are effective, with some suggesting broader social safety nets like those in Scandinavian countries, while others point to shifting priorities and economic uncertainties as key factors influencing family planning. Concerns also arise regarding the potential disempowerment of women and unequal access to family fulfillment based on socioeconomic status.