False IRS Stimulus Rumors Circulate as $2000 Payment Claims Debunked
Rumors of a $2000 IRS direct deposit stimulus payment have been spreading across social media since early October 2025, but these claims lack any official confirmation from Congress or the Internal Revenue Service. Authorities emphasize that legitimate stimulus announcements WOULD be communicated through official government channels, not unverified social media posts or suspicious text messages.
Several unverified X (formerly Twitter) profiles have amplified the false narrative, with posts as recent as October 9 falsely claiming an imminent $2000 payment to U.S. citizens. The IRS has issued warnings about such text frauds and impersonation attempts, urging the public to disregard these baseless rumors.