President Donald Trump’s proposal to give every American $5,000 if Republicans retain control of Congress in the November midterm elections has drawn mixed reactions from Houston-area residents, with some calling it an attempt to buy votes while others said the money would help cover expenses.

The Supreme Court has ruled that an affidavit of desistance from a victim of exploitation cannot serve as grounds to dismiss a human trafficking case, saying such statements can result from coercion, pressure or undue influence.