The Ramsey Show Highlights Dave Ramsey's Thoughts On Being Able To Venmo The Government To Help Pay Down The National Debt
Oct 6, 2025
The hosts dive into the quirky notion of using Venmo to pay off the national debt. Dave passionately rejects this idea, claiming it's absurd to send money to the organization responsible for the $36 trillion debt. Ken counters by suggesting those who want to contribute must do so directly, criticizing the idea of taxing the wealthy alone. A spirited debate unfolds about tax fairness, highlighting that almost half of Americans don't pay federal income tax. The discussion wraps up with witty sarcasm about Venmoing the government.
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Movie Metaphor To Express Outrage
- Dave compares the Venmo-government idea to a scene from Legends of the Fall to show how absurd he finds it.
- He uses the movie image and the word "Scrum!" to express dismissive incredulity.
Voluntary Payments Mask Deeper Tax Problems
- Dave calls the idea nonsensical because the government already taxes people heavily before soliciting voluntary payments.
- He frames voluntary Venmo contributions as an attempt to make taxpayers cover more of a debt caused by government spending.
If You Want To Pay More, Send A Check
- Ken says people who insist they would pay more taxes can simply send money voluntarily instead of pushing policy.
- He encourages those willing to pay extra to use Venmo rather than force others to accept higher taxes.