With the 2026 elections approaching, discussion continues around President Donald Trump’s plan to issue $2,000 tariff-funded stimulus checks. Trump has said the rebates would be distributed to low- and middle-income Americans in mid-to-late 2026, financed through revenue generated by his broad import tariffs.
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Several obstacles remain, however, including a pending U.S. Supreme Court case that will determine the legality of the tariffs, uncertainty over whether tariff revenue will be sufficient to fund large-scale payments, and the need for congressional approval, according to reports. Continue reading…