Are stimulus checks coming in 2026? Here’s the latest on the proposed $2,000 payments, who might qualify, what’s holding it up, and when Americans could realistically see money.

President Donald Trump said in a post on Truth Social on Sunday that he wants to send Americans a $2,000 stimulus check funded by tariffs. This proposal raises new questions about cost, eligibility and inflation. Here’s what you need know about the ...

WASHINGTON - Don’t spend that money just yet! Rumors are circulating online that the federal government will issue new stimulus checks before the end of the year. But Congress has not passed any legislation authorizing payments, and the IRS has not ...

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.