More than $166 billion in tariffs could be refunded after a major court ruling, but the big question remains: Is a $2,000 stimulus check coming in April 2026? The short answer is no — not right now.

Many of us have long given up hope of a government stimulus check or a tariff rebate, but some people keep waiting for the Trump Administration to deliver. And their optimism is not totally random.

If your phone has lately promised you a $2,000 check, a tariff refund, an IRS deposit or some magical government money fairy landing in August, take a breath before checking your bank account. The ...