In an interview with The New York Times, Trump said he will not need congressional approval for the checks, fueled by revenue collected from his sweeping tariffs, to come to fruition. When asked when Americans can see the funds hitting their wallets, he replied: “I would say toward the end of the year.”

President Donald Trump's proposal for a $2,000 tariff dividend payment is still likely for Americans in 2026. Here's what to know.