WASHINGTON - Claims about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends spread throughout 2025 — and they’re still circulating in 2026. But is there any truth to them?

Are you still waiting on an inflation relief check or tax refund this year from the IRS or wondering about the fourth stimulus check in 2025? Here's what to know about Trump's new tariff rebate, ...

If you are wondering about a tariff rebate, state or federal tax refund, inflation check, economic impact payment or a new, fourth stimulus check in 2025, here's a status update from the IRS and how ...

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 ...

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 ...

No new federal stimulus checks are approved for January 2026. Trump’s proposed $2,000 tariff dividend has no finalized plan. Viral "stimulus" claims mostly stem from scams or state‑level programs.