President Donald Trump is hoping that $5,000 checks can juice Republican turnout in November's midterm elections - but even some of his devoted fans are doubting that government payouts would arrive.

"I mean, I guess it's good for some people. I really don't care," said Jamie Alvarez, who attended Trump's recent Alaska rally in a red, white and blue outfit.

"I don't feel like your vote should be bought. I feel like you should vote for who you feel is going to do the best job." Joseph Eatherton was attending that same rally and said he was "not sure if it's necessary." When asked whether Trump could deliver on the promised money, he said, "I don't know, and I hate being an armchair quarterback." The offering of government checks has become a go-to tactic for Trump when he faces a political jam.