Rumors about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends swirled throughout 2025, and they’re continuing to circulate as we head into 2026. But is there any truth to them?

Trump has stated the upcoming tax season could be "the largest refund season ever" with hints to tariff generated funds.

Three months later, the downturn has been declared an official recession and the official unemployment rate has soared into double digits, heightening calls for a second round of stimulus checks. There's good news and bad news on the prospects for ...

President Donald Trump has said US government will give Americans $2,000 checks in mid 2026. But Congress has to OK the spending. Here's what we know.

President Trump proposed $2,000 stimulus payments funded by tariff revenue for individuals earning under $100,000. Tariffs have raised $120B so far but 150 million eligible adults would require $300B in funding. No official legislation exists and tariff ...

President Donald Trump's idea for a $2,000 tariff dividend payment is on everyone's mind as are questions about eligibility or what middle income class really means. Here's the latest update on when and what to know about the stimulus check 2025.