The discussion around $2,000 stimulus checks funded by tariff revenues has reignited economic conversations in the U.S., especially among families seeking relief from the high cost of living. The clearest signal yet has come from the White House itself.

President Donald Trump has promised to share some of the money generated by his administration’s tariffs with millions of Americans, but details regarding the plan, and whether it will actually come to fruition, remain unknown. Last month, Trump took to ...

Donald Trump oversaw two rounds of fiscal stimulus payments during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. On Nov. 9, the president outlined a proposal to dole out tariff stimulus payments of at least $2,000 to qualifying taxpayers (excluding high earners).

Despite renewed online chatter, no federal agency or congressional leader has announced or confirmed any plan to distribute new stimulus payments this year. Without approval from Congress or the Internal Revenue Service, no payment can be issued.

As of December 2025, there is no approved fourth federal stimulus check. Former President Donald Trump has proposed a new round of payments, but this has not been approved by Congress. Arizona has issued state-specific tax rebates, but these are separate ...

Despite renewed online chatter, no federal agency or congressional leader has announced or confirmed any plan to distribute new stimulus payments this year. Without approval from Congress or the Internal Revenue Service, no payment can be issued.