Americans across the nation are waiting on the stimulus check the government promised as aid during the coronavirus shutdowns. Just $1200 for a single individual and a little more if have kids, it isn’t much to work with, but hey, something is better than nothing at this point am I right?
Some folks have already received their direct deposits, though many haven’t — and lots of others have to wait on a physical check (and only God knows when those will arrive, if ever). Fortunately for the good citizens of the United States, our lovely government set up a website that allows folks to check the status of their payment. Unfortunately, it’s not all that helpful.
As you can imagine, there’s been lots of chatter online — about the amount of money we’re being issued, about that bogus website, and more. Check out the tweets below.
And, if you haven’t received your cash and have no idea what’s going on with it, we’re praying that your money comes through soon. As of today, nearly 650,000 people across America have contracted coronavirus and tens of thousands have died from the deadly disease. Stay home, stay safe, and please wash your hands.
IRS: We have accepted and processed your 2019 tax return.
IRS Get My Payment: Payment status not available. Can't determine eligibility.
Also IRS: You're locked out for 24 hours you peasant. #AmericaInANutshell#StimulusCheck
— David Burant (@drburant) April 15, 2020
The IRS payment site is live, but it doesn’t work. I file very simple taxes and filed on time for 2018. Yet the site says “payment status not available” and that they can’t determine my eligibility at this time. So it’s shit, just like everything else this administration does.
— Kristin (@YankeeSpice) April 15, 2020
Next time I get a bill reminder I’m going to tell them “Payment Status not available” and tell them not to email or call me.
If it is good enough for the IRS
— (૭ ఠ༬ఠ)૭ (@r_timi) April 15, 2020
Of course sometimes shit go downWhen it's 2400 dollars on an elevator
— Queens Child Project Project Manager (@SoloChills) April 15, 2020
Let’s break down this Stimulus Check. Stimulus is derived from the Latin Stimuli. Stem cells are the key to longevity & health. Stay with me now. They have used a LIE to keep you in CHECK at the CELLULAR level & no amount of money will properly STIMULATE you like the truth! pic.twitter.com/iW45v5HLYE
— . (@HeStillCold) April 15, 2020
I’ll never get over the fact millions of Americans will have to wait a few more days for their stimulus payment because Trump’s a sociopath who wants his name on their checks.
— Scott Dworkin (@funder) April 15, 2020
A 1200 dollar check that immediately goes to everyone's landlords is not a stimulus to the economy
It is a stimulus to rich assholes.
— Sad Communist Dog (@SadCommunistDog) April 15, 2020