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?

Talk continues about President Donald Trump's proposed stimulus check. Here's what we know so far about the $2,000 stimulus check and the latest news.

Tax refunds could be so big next year, they'll be like pandemic stimulus checks -- and that isn't necessarily a good thing.

As of December 2025 there has been no approved or scheduled stimulus checks. Here is everything to know about what to expect.

In general, federal stimulus programs typically offer higher payment amounts, while state rebates will pay state residents based on excess tax revenue or relief programs. Explore More: I Asked ChatGPT What the Point of Trump’s Tariffs Are — Here’s ...

Speculation of $1,390 direct deposit relief payments and other new stimulus check amounts in August for low and middle income taxpayers have been debunked by the Internal Revenue Service, but the new American Worker Rebate Act of 2025 is still possible.

President Donald Trump announced that a "warrior dividend" payment of $1776 is on the way for 1.45 million service members, to be received "before Christmas." Here's who, when and what to know about Trump's military bonus, tariff rebates other stimulus ...

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 ...