Stimulus Package
The latest round of stimulus packages passed by Congress in 2020 were intended to give a jolt of economic relief to millions of Americans and small businesses amid the coronavirus pandemic. Since the early 20th century, stimulus packages have been used to stimulate the economy during strenuous times, particularly during the Great Depression, wars and recessions.
Petition for Monthly Stimulus Checks of $2K Nears 3 Million Signatures
The campaign has drawn more than 2,962,640 signatures as of Saturday, with only about 34,870 new supporters in the past month and 6,000 in the past week.
Monthly Stimulus Check Petition Stalls in Home Stretch to 3M Signatures
The petition has drawn more than 2,956,600 signatures, with only about 5,000 new supporters in the past week.
Petitions for Monthly Stimulus Checks of $2,000 Nears 4 Million Signatures
The seven petitions have collectively drawn over 3,913,400 signatures and continued to receive new support over the weekend.
Monthly $2K Stimulus Check Petition in Home Stretch to 3 Million Signatures
The petition hit peaks of over 100,000 new supporters a week during the summer COVID-19 surge.
Those Who Bought Bitcoin With Stimulus Checks Cash In for More Than $11K
Since the first stimulus checks were sent out in April 2020, the price of Bitcoin has increased to over $60,000 as of Tuesday, October 26.
Petitions for Monthly Stimulus Checks of $2,000 Surpass 3.5M Signatures
Six ongoing stimulus petitions have collectively drawn over 3,501,333 signatures and continued to receive support this weekend.
Petition for Monthly Stimulus Checks of $2,000 Nears 3 Million Signatures
The Change.org petition drew over 2,927,770 signatures as of Saturday, with about 43,000 new supporters in the past month.
Senior Citizen Advocacy Group Pushes Lawmakers for $1,400 Stimulus Checks
"Many report they are only eating one meal a day," The Senior Citizens League told lawmakers in a letter seen by Newsweek.
'I Used My Stimulus Check To Start a $3Million Business'
By the end of 2020, I had crossed $100,000 in total sales revenue. January was the first month I made $100,000 in one month. I cried.
Petition for Monthly Stimulus Checks of $2,000 Passes 2.9 M Signatures
21 U.S. senators, 56 representatives have pushed President Joe Biden to support monthly stimulus checks this year.
Senior Citizen Group Asks Congress for Stimulus Bill Amid Rising Inflation
"We're proposing this stimulus because of the difficulty so many are having with record setting inflation," Mary Johnson, a policy analyst at TSCL, told Newsweek.
Petition for Monthly Stimulus Checks of $2,000 Nears 2.9 Million Signatures
The petition has gained more than 2,887,000 signatures as of Saturday, with about 100,000 new signatures in the past month.
COVID Stimulus Payments Lowered Number of Americans Living in Poverty
Robert Greenstein, founder of the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities said the numbers show government programs can work effectively to combat poverty.
Senior Citizen Group Calls for Stimulus Checks Amid Rising Inflation
A petition for monthly stimulus checks of $2,000 has nearly drawn 2.9 million signatures. Meanwhile, a nonpartisan senior citizens advocacy group has called on Congress to deliver $1,400 stimulus checks for Social Security recipients.
Democrats Under Fire Over Unemployment Benefits Cliff as COVID Surges
Supporters of an extension of the pandemic-related aid have criticized President Joe Biden and West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin.
Petition for Monthly Stimulus Checks of $2,000 Nears 2.9 Million Signatures
The petition has gained more than 2,854,500 signatures as the Delta variant continues to drive up COVID-19 cases, death and hospitalizations across the country.
Petition for Monthly Stimulus Checks of $2K Gains Momentum as Delta Surges
More than 150 economists, 50 U.S. House members and 21 senators have supported sending recurring direct payments until the pandemic ends.
Judge Orders Oklahoma to Resume $300 Weekly Federal Unemployment Benefits
Oklahoma County District Judge Anthony Bonner Jr. prohibited the state from withdrawing from the federal program until it expires on September 6
3 Reasons Why There Won't Be a Fourth Stimulus Check
A petition for a monthly $2,000 stimulus check is gaining traction, but there is little, if any, prospect of a fourth round of payments.
Petitions for $2,000 Monthly Stimulus Checks Surpass 2.8 Million Signatures
The six petitions have received more than 2,838,000 signatures collectively and continued to gain momentum on Saturday.
Petition for $2,000 Monthly Stimulus Checks Gains 50K Signatures in 1 Week
Stephanie Bonin, the creator of the petition for the monthly checks, believes the petition continues to get support as people are uncertain about the future.
U.S. Budget Deficit Hits Record, Spending From October to May Up Nearly 20%
The U.S. budget deficit hit a record $2.06 trillion, up from $1.88 trillion during the same period the previous year. Spending between October and May is up almost 20% compared to the same time last year.
169 Million Stimulus Check Payments Sent, IRS Issues Tax Return Reminder
More than 2 million payments, worth more than $4.2 billion, have been distributed over the last two weeks alone.
Petitions for Monthly Stimulus Checks of $2K Surpass 2.6 Million Signatures
One of the six ongoing petitions, which drew about 300,000 new supporters in the past month, now has 2,318,350 signatures.
Elise Stefanik Calls Biden's Criticism of Republicans 'Sad and Desperate'
"Some people have no shame," said the president, about GOP lawmakers who voted against the pandemic relief bill but are now "bragging" about it to their constituents
California Stimulus Checks, Rent Relief, Grants: What to Know
The state legislature is weighing several new budget proposals to provide financial help to residents suffering from the COVID-19 pandemic, which could include rent relief, state stimulus checks, and business grants.
As Fourth Stimulus Check Gains Momentum, 1.2 Million Old Payments Unspent
The entire Senate Democratic caucus would have to support additional payments for them to pass. Meanwhile, at least $1.7 billion in past checks remains uncashed.
Fourth Stimulus Check: Why Some May Not Be Eligible if There's More Relief
Any future direct payments will come after Tax Day, meaning that for many, their eligibility will be based on their 2020 return, not their 2019 return.
Confused Couple in Japan Receive Latest Round of COVID-19 Stimulus Checks
"A nonresident alien in 2021 isn't eligible for the payment," according to the IRS. Non-American citizens living overseas who received the checks erroneously should void them and send them back, or risk a warning in 2022.
Woman Charged in Alleged Scheme to Steal $145,000 in Stimulus Checks
Sheila Denise Dunlap, 50, allegedly conspired to fraudulently claim 121 stimulus payments worth $1,200 each.
