There’s been a constant buzz on social media about new stimulus payments in November 2025. Many posts claim that the IRS will soon send relief payments directly to bank accounts, while some videos are fueling excitement about a new “tariff dividend” scheme. But what’s the truth?
Is a new stimulus check really coming in November?
Let’s understand the claims, facts, and government updates in simple terms.
Why are stimulus check rumors surging again?
Over the past few months, numerous claims have been circulating online that the government is about to release a new stimulus payment. Many YouTube channels, Facebook posts, and TikTok videos are claiming “new relief funds” and keeping people waiting.
But the reality is different. Neither the IRS nor Congress has confirmed any new payments. These are just rumors with no official basis.
Federal Stimulus Payments in 2025—What’s the Real Situation?
The truth is, no new federal stimulus payments have been approved since 2021. The last payment sent was the final installment of Economic Impact Payments.
✅ What happened in 2024–2025?
In 2024, the IRS announced that those who did not claim the Recovery Rebate Credit on their 2021 tax returns would receive automatic payments.
The maximum amount was $1,400 per person.
These payments were sent as direct deposits or paper checks between December 2024 and January 2025. No application was required, and eligible individuals received an official letter explaining the process.
✅ Can this credit be claimed now?
No. The deadline to claim the Recovery Rebate Credit was April 15, 2025, with no extensions available.
Meaning: No new payments can be received under this scheme now.
Is there any new federal stimulus coming in November 2025?
- Short answer: No.
- No bill has been passed.
- No budget approved,
- Nor has the IRS announced any new payments.
Federal stimulus will only come if Congress passes new legislation—and no such legislation exists yet.
Trump’s $2,000 “tariff dividend” proposal—is it true?
This claim is the most discussed on social media.
Former President Donald Trump stated in a Truth Social post that:
“Every person will receive a tariff dividend of at least $2,000, except for those with high incomes.”
He claimed this money would come from tariffs imposed on foreign imports.
He also stated that:
- This payment will be a sign of the nation’s economic strength.
- 401(k) returns and the stock market are good.
- The national debt will be reduced by the amount remaining after the dividend payment.
✅ But has it been approved?
No. This is just a proposal. Neither Congress has approved it, nor has the IRS announced any plans.
Meaning: The tariff dividend is just an idea right now—not a payment.
The viral “$1702” or “$1390” payment on social media—what is it?
Many posts claim the IRS is sending payments of $1,702 or $1,390.
But these claims are
- Copied from state-level programs
- Or linked to local programs like Alaska’s “Permanent Fund Dividend“
- Or are they deliberate scams?
The IRS has not announced any such federal payments.
Why did the IRS issue a warning?
Scammers are taking advantage of people’s increasing reliance on these rumors. The IRS has issued a specific warning that fraudulent messages and emails are being used to steal information from people.
✅ How to distinguish between a real IRS message and a fake one?
The IRS never:
- Text messages
- Social media messages
- Contacts.
The IRS process always:
- Begins with sending an official letter or notice
- Which can be verified through an online IRS account
- The IRS may call, but this is always after sending a letter first.
- No official sends threatening, prerecorded voice messages.
Furthermore, the IRS has now virtually eliminated the old practice of surprise home visits.
What should people do now?
Don’t believe any rumors about a “new federal stimulus.” Only three places provide real information:
- The IRS’s official website
- Congress.gov
- Treasury Department press releases
If the IRS sends a payment, it announces it first—not on social media channels.
Conclusion: It’s important to distinguish between reality and rumor.
In November 2025:
- ❌ No new federal stimulus payments are coming.
- ❌ The IRS did not announce any new direct deposits.
- ❌ The $2,000 tariff dividend was not approved.
- ❌ The viral amount of $1,702 or $1,390 is fake.
✅ Any payments that were made in 2024-2025 were part of the Recovery Rebate Credit and have now expired. Test news circulating online carefully, as many posts mislead people or attempt to scam them.
FAQs
Q. Are new federal stimulus payments confirmed for November 2025?
A. No. Congress has not approved any new stimulus payments, and the IRS has not announced any upcoming checks.
Q. Is the $2,000 tariff dividend approved?
A. No. The $2,000 tariff dividend mentioned by Trump is only a proposal and has not been passed into law.
Q. Can anyone still claim the $1,400 Recovery Rebate Credit?
A. No. The deadline to file a 2021 tax return and claim it was April 15, 2025.
Q. Are viral posts about $1,702 or $1,390 checks real?
A. Most of these claims are misleading and often linked to state programs or online scams.
Q. How does the IRS usually contact taxpayers?
A. The IRS starts with an official written notice. They do not contact taxpayers through email, text, or social media.