New details are emerging about the proposed $2,000 tariff dividend checks that Donald Trump has promised to nearly every American, including the potential income limits for eligibility.

While the specifics are still unclear, more information is coming out daily regarding who may qualify for the payments.

Updates on Trump’s $2,000 Checks

Trump made headlines recently by pledging to distribute the profits from tariffs on foreign goods to U.S. citizens, promising checks of “at least $2,000” for most Americans.

However, questions remain about eligibility, the income limits, and whether the payments are feasible economically. Critics have expressed doubts about whether the checks are a practical idea or if they will ever actually be issued. Despite this, the administration has been gradually releasing details about the timeline, amounts, and potential recipients.

Income Limits for the $2,000 Checks

YouTuber and Social Security expert Blind to Billionaire recently posted a video summarizing what is currently known. He explained that eligibility will primarily depend on income.

As he puts it: “It is based on your income – that’s it.

“I’ll make it very clear here, is your income below $75,000 a year, as an individual, yes or no?

“That’s it – that’s all you need to know.

“If your answer is yes, you are most likely eligible for this.”

He also included a clip of Trump stating that these “dividends” would be issued “around the middle of next year” to individuals of “moderate income.”

Some people have expressed concerns about whether factors like unemployment, receiving Social Security, or not filing a tax return could affect eligibility. Blind to Billionaire clarified that:

“Generally, the threshold they put in place for income is $75,000 as an individual, $150,000 dollars as a married couple.”

If your income falls below these limits, you are likely to receive a check.

Income Thresholds Will Be Key

Aside from meeting the income requirement, there appear to be no additional major conditions. Couples may need to combine their incomes, but being over the threshold generally indicates financial stability. Singles simply consider their own income.

However, Blind to Billionaire noted that there is still conflicting information, as the government has not released a formal written plan, meaning details are being shared informally.

For now, if you earn under the stated limits—$75,000 individually or $150,000 as a couple—there’s a strong possibility you will receive the payout.