In recent weeks, thousands of people have shared posts on social media claiming that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will issue a new $2,000 stimulus check in mid-August 2025.
This rumor originated primarily from viral videos and messages shared on social media platforms.
Many of them claim that a “fourth stimulus check” is on its way and that all Americans will receive $2,000 from the IRS in August, with some even mentioning that it is a proposal by Donald Trump to assist citizens ahead of the November 2025 presidential election.
What does the IRS say about a new stimulus payment?
However, as of August 8, 2025, there has been no official announcement from the IRS or the Treasury Department confirming the distribution of a new stimulus check.
The IRS’s website continues to provide information on previous payments, which were part of aid packages approved in 2020 and 2021 during the COVID-19 pandemic.
According to The Economic Times, the US Treasury Department has denied any current plans for a fourth check. Congress has passed no legislation authorizing a new $2,000 economic stimulus.
Is Donald Trump sending checks in August?
It is also false to claim that Donald Trump personally distributes stimulus payments.
On social media, there is speculation that Donald Trump will send a $2,000 stimulus check in August 2025. However, there is currently no official announcement from the US government, IRS, or Congress to back up this information.
The source of this rumor appears to be a July 19 article claiming that some lawmakers are considering a new economic aid package. Nonetheless, no bill has been introduced, nor has an official regulation been issued in this regard.
The IRS’s bulletin IR-2025-75, published on July 15, makes no mention of new payments.
A supposed “DOGE dividend” of $5,000 proposed by Trump has also been mentioned, but this has not been approved and is not related to August payments.
Finally, the IRS has warned about scams related to these rumors. It is recommended to verify any information directly from reliable sources on official sites such as:
