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 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.

Rumors claiming President Donald Trump will issue $2,000 stimulus checks before the end of the year continue to circulate.

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.