Recently, talk about a possible fourth stimulus payment of $2,000 has been making rounds, especially as many hope it will be distributed in June 2025.
However, there has been no official confirmation from either the United States Congress or the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The chatter spread across social media, and some websites might be misinformation or even potential scams.
Past Stimulus Payments and Eligibility
From 2020 to 2021, during the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. government distributed three stimulus payments: the first was $1,200, followed by $600, and then $1,400. The deadline to claim the third payment was April 15, 2025.
It's crucial to remember that those who missed this deadline due to not filing their taxes can no longer access this money—it has reverted back to the federal Treasury.
Details on the Fourth Stimulus Check
The speculated fourth stimulus check of $2,000 targets specific groups: seniors, disabled individuals, survivors, and middle- to low-income families.
It’s said that individual taxpayers earning up to $75,000, or couples with a combined income of up to $150,000, could qualify if they have filed their taxes and possess a Social Security number.
Still, these details are unconfirmed as the federal government has yet to release any statements or define exact eligibility criteria.
Advice for Taxpayers
Although instructions on how to apply for this stimulus check might appear online, no official application process has been established on the IRS website. The authorities urge everyone to stay vigilant, avoid sharing personal data on unverified platforms, and rely solely on official IRS communications to prevent scams.
Furthermore, in a February announcement, then-President Donald Trump mentioned a potential $5,000 "DOGE dividend," claimed to be financed by savings from a new department led by Elon Musk. However, this proposal lacks legislative support and no concrete plans have materialized.
Conclusion
As of June 2025, there is no approved fourth stimulus payment. Discussions about payments for June or July lack official endorsement.
It's best for citizens to heed only verified announcements from Congress or the IRS and steer clear of unverified information.
Those awaiting tax refunds can check their status through the IRS "Where's My Refund?" tool or their respective state tax portals.
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