No, the IRS Isn’t Sending Stimulus Checks in November 2025—But Trump Just Floated a $2,000 ‘Tariff Dividend’

9 November 2025

There are no federal IRS “relief” or stimulus payments scheduled for November 2025. The IRS newsroom shows no such program or announcement. ^[1]
New today (Nov. 9): President Donald Trump said on Truth Social he wants to pay most Americans a “tariff dividend” of at least $2,000, but that would still require congressional action—no checks are authorized. ^[2]
Viral posts about $1,390 or $1,702 “stimulus” deposits remain false; those figures trace to older credits or state programs (like Alaska’s dividend), not a new federal payment. ^[3]
Texas: Despite social posts about a “Thanksgiving stimulus,” there’s no state or federal payout on the calendar. Local coverage underscores that proposals exist but nothing has passed. ^[4]

What changed today (Nov. 9, 2025)

On Sunday morning, President Trump wrote that a “dividend of at least $2000 a person (not including high income people!) will be paid to everyone,” framing it as a payout funded by tariff revenues. This is a political proposal, not a program with money going out today. Any such payment would need enabling legislation; none has passed. ^[5]

That post builds on earlier talk of tariff-funded rebates (and separate “DOGE” savings ideas), none of which have cleared Congress. Even outlets highlighting the post note that congressional approval is the necessary step before Americans would see money. ^[6]

Reality check: No IRS direct deposits or new federal stimulus in November

The IRS’s official news-release page lists routine tax guidance (including several items tied to the One, Big, Beautiful Bill) but nothing about new direct stimulus or “relief” deposits in November 2025. If a federal payment were imminent, it would appear there. ^[7]
Consumer explainers this week reiterate: no federal relief payments are scheduled for 2025, and agencies are warning about fake IRS messages and payment scams piggybacking on viral rumors. ^[8]
Earlier fact-checking addressed the $1,390 and $1,702 claims circulating online: false. The last COVID-era Recovery Rebate Credit (up to $1,400 for 2021 non-filers) closed on April 15, 2025; there’s no new credit to claim now. ^[9]

Where “$600–$2,000” headlines are coming from

Two policy ideas are fueling confusion:

Tariff rebate checks (Senate bill): In July, Sen. Josh Hawley (R-MO) introduced the American Worker Rebate Act (S.2475) to issue at least $600 per adult and per qualifying child as a refundable credit funded by tariff revenues. Status: Introduced and referred to the Senate Finance Committee—not law. ^[10]
$2,000 “tariff dividend” (White House talk): The $2,000 figure reflects today’s social-media statement from President Trump and earlier musings about using tariff revenue for payouts. There’s no implementing statute, and Treasury has repeatedly emphasized that revenue priorities include debt reduction, not approved rebates. ^[11]

Texas: Will there be a “Thanksgiving stimulus”?

Short answer: No. Local reporting ahead of the holiday season explains that while federal and state leaders have floated ideas—from tariff rebates to other relief concepts—there is no approved program sending Texans (or any Americans) a Thanksgiving stimulus in 2025. ^[12]

How to spot (and avoid) the latest “IRS payment” scams

Use only IRS.gov—don’t respond to unsolicited texts, DMs, emails, or calls promising a “faster stimulus” or asking for bank info.
Don’t pay a fee to “unlock” a government benefit; real federal payments are free and automatic when authorized.
Report phishing using the IRS’s fraud pages if you receive suspicious messages. ^[13]

So…will anyone see money soon?

Federal stimulus:Nothing is authorized as of November 9, 2025. Without a bill enacted by Congress and signed into law, no payments go out, regardless of social posts. ^[14]
State programs: Some state-specific payments (e.g., Alaska’s Permanent Fund Dividend) can cause confusion in national posts, but these are not federal stimulus checks. ^[15]

The bottom line

As of today (Nov. 9, 2025), there are no IRS direct-deposit relief payments or federal “stimulus checks” scheduled for November. The $2,000 “tariff dividend” the President touted this morning is a proposal, not an authorized program. If Congress acts, details will appear on IRS.gov and in official releases—not in viral posts. Until then, treat unsolicited “payment” messages as scams and rely on official channels and reputable reporting. ^[16]

Sources & further reading

IRS Newsroom—Current Releases: No announcement of new direct payments (reviewed Nov. 5–9, 2025). ^[17]
FOX 5 DC explainer (updated Nov. 7, 2025): No 2025 federal relief payments; FTC scam guidance; $1,702 rumor linked to Alaska PFD. ^[18]
AP Fact Focus (Aug. 2025): Viral $1,390 checks claim is false; RRC deadline was April 15, 2025. ^[19]
Congress.gov (S.2475): American Worker Rebate Act introduced, not enacted. ^[20]
The Guardian (Nov. 9, 2025): Trump’s Truth Social post about $2,000 “tariff dividend” and why it still needs congressional approval. ^[21]

(Related coverage you flagged also reached the same conclusion—no checks are going out now: AZCentral’s Nov. 8 explainer; Austin American-Statesman’s roundup on Texas/Thanksgiving rumors.) ^[22]

FAQ

Is the IRS sending out a direct deposit relief payment in November?
No. There is no authorized federal payment for November 2025. Check IRS.gov for official notices. ^[23]

I saw a $1,390 or $1,702 stimulus amount—real?
No. Those claims are false or reflect state-specific programs like Alaska’s PFD, not federal stimulus. ^[24]

What about $600 or $2,000 checks?
$600 appears in a Senate proposal (S.2475) that hasn’t advanced; $2,000 was floated today by the President on social media but is not law. ^[25]

Are Texans getting a Thanksgiving check?
No. Local reporting says don’t expect a pre-holiday payout. ^[26]

How can I protect myself from scams?
Ignore unsolicited messages about “stimulus,” never pay a fee to get a government benefit, and report phishing through IRS channels. ^[27]

Editor’s note: This article will be updated if Congress enacts a new payment or the IRS issues an official announcement.

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References

1. www.irs.gov, 2. www.theguardian.com, 3. apnews.com, 4. www.statesman.com, 5. www.theguardian.com, 6. www.theguardian.com, 7. www.irs.gov, 8. www.fox5dc.com, 9. apnews.com, 10. www.congress.gov, 11. www.theguardian.com, 12. www.statesman.com, 13. www.fox5dc.com, 14. www.congress.gov, 15. www.fox5dc.com, 16. www.theguardian.com, 17. www.irs.gov, 18. www.fox5dc.com, 19. apnews.com, 20. www.congress.gov, 21. www.theguardian.com, 22. www.azcentral.com, 23. www.irs.gov, 24. apnews.com, 25. www.congress.gov, 26. www.statesman.com, 27. www.fox5dc.com

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