Trump made a splash last week by announcing that consumers would be getting a $2,000 tariff dividend, but few details have emerged since the announcement.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, most Americans received multiple stimulus checks to relieve the financial pressure caused by the pandemic-related closures. These checks helped people to stabilize their finances and avoid financial disaster in the wake of closed businesses and mass layoffs.

President Trump's informal proposal to redirect tariff revenue into payouts for American taxpayers would provide short-term benefits but pave the way for numerous long-term problems.

As President Donald Trump advocates for new stimulus measures in 2025, Americans may soon see additional federal payments. Economic discussions are ongoing, with updates suggesting that checks could be distributed as early as June.

President Donald Trump posted that Americans will receive $2,000 stimulus checks from tariff dividends. Here's what we know so far about the checks.