While President Donald Trump has said that Americans should see $2,000 checks for the government in mid 2026, it might depend on Congress.

As 2026 begins, social media has been flooded with posts claiming that a new round of economic impact payments from the IRS is on the way. This confusion stems mainly from the mix

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

Without approval from Congress or the Internal Revenue Service, no payment can be issued. $2,000 stimulus checks have not been confirmed and are unlikely to arrive in December 2025. People should take any news or notifications that claim otherwise with caution, as they are fraudulent.