Despite viral claims and political proposals, no federal stimulus checks are being issued in 2025. Here's what's real, what's hearsay, and what Americans can expect.

Rumors have been circulating about a possible stimulus check coming from the IRS in November, but we’re here to set the record straight. The Internal Revenue Service has not released any updates on upcoming stimulus checks,

No new federal stimulus checks are authorized for November 2025; Congress has not passed any new legislation, and the IRS has made no confirmation. President Donald Trump has proposed using tariff revenue to pay a dividend of at least $2,000 per person (excluding high-income individuals), but this is currently just a proposal.