President Trump talks about tariffs in State of the Union address
In his State of the Union address, President Trump called the Supreme Court’s decision on tariffs a “disappointing decision.”
We can all use some stimulation.
Will I receive a fourth stimulus check from the IRS in 2026? Learn what and when to know about President Donald Trump’s $2,000 tariff dividend status, eligibility, and how to track your refund check amid the Supreme Court’s tariff decision.
The Supreme Court’s 6-3 decision last week ruled that President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs were illegal and exceeded his authority under federal law, prompting the president to call the majority of the justices “a disgrace to our country.”
However, the Supreme Court’s decision did not address the question of when or how the billions of dollars in duties already paid would be refunded.
Some Democratic lawmakers, including California Gov. Gavin Newsom and Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker, are demanding rebates of at least $1,700 per household, and Pritzker reportedly sent the Trump administration a bill for households in the state.
“For more than a year, Donald Trump has been illegally taxing groceries, furniture, and cars. It’s time for a refund,” Newsom said.
Mr. Newsom and Mr. Pritzker’s demand for tariff refunds reflects a similar concept that Mr. Trump himself has promised Americans since last year: $2,000 in tariff dividends to be paid to “middle-income and low-income people” from “hundreds of millions of dollars” raised in tariff revenue expected to be issued in 2026.
Will there be a fourth stimulus check?
President Trump has vowed to issue dividend checks to “moderate income individuals” in 2026, before the midterm elections.
However, to date, no approval has been received from Congress or the IRS for this or any other fourth stimulus check.
There were three previous stimulus checks related to the coronavirus-era economic stimulus program, the third and final of which had an April 15, 2025 application deadline. The opportunity to claim or submit for all three stimulus checks has already passed.
Speculation about a fourth stimulus check has surfaced on social media and unverified websites, but there has been no official confirmation from Congress or the IRS to support this claim, and such news should be taken with caution due to the potential for misinformation or attempted fraud.
Will we receive a stimulus check in 2026?
President Trump vowed to issue tariff dividend checks to “middle-income and low-income people” from “hundreds of millions of dollars” raised in tariff revenue. However, after the Supreme Court’s ruling on February 20, these revenues have been called into question.
The president quickly reacted to the Supreme Court’s tariff decision last week by signing an executive order imposing tariffs worldwide under Section 122 of the Trade Act of 1974, then raising the tariffs again to 15%. The bill would allow the president to impose tariffs of up to 15% for up to 150 days to address the budget deficit, after which Congress would need to approve them.
To date, there has been no order from the Supreme Court or approval of tax refunds or such stimulus checks from Congress or the IRS.
The IRS previously sent out most stimulus checks. To see past payments, check your IRS online account.
When will I receive my $2,000 customs dividend check? Eligibility
President Trump’s promise to pay $2,000 in tariff dividends to “middle- and low-income Americans” from “hundreds of millions of dollars” collected in tariff revenue has not yet become a formal proposal, despite the president’s promise to make the payments in 2026, before the midterm elections.
There has been no order from the Supreme Court or Congress about how, when, or to whom the billions of dollars in duties already paid will be refunded.
Where can I find my federal tax refund?
If you file your federal taxes electronically and include your banking information, you can expect your money to be deposited directly within 21 days. If you do not enter your banking information, you may receive a paper check in the mail within 6-8 weeks.
Filing a return is not the same as having it accepted by the IRS. Once approved, you’ll know it’s been approved when you see a “Refund Sent” alert when you check the status of your tax return online. At this point, you don’t have to wait too long for the funds to appear in your account.
Once the IRS approves your refund, it may be deposited into your bank account within a few days via a direct deposit option.
The IRS has an online tool called “Where’s My Refund” that you can use to check the status of your refund. click here.
You can begin checking your refund status within 24 hours of electronically filing your return. Refund information is updated once a day and overnight on the IRS website.
The online tool requires you to enter your social security number, filing status, and exact refund amount on your return. We will then respond by accepting (processing) your return, approving your refund (we are preparing to issue your refund by the date indicated), or sending your refund (by bank or by mail).
Again, once the IRS indicates that your refund has been approved, you may receive your money back in your bank account within a few days via the direct deposit option.
Another way to check your status is to call the IRS at 800-829-1954.
Where is my state tax refund?
Most states have a dedicated online portal for tracking your income tax return.
Click here to check your state tax refund on New Jersey’s online portal.
