New $5,000 stimulus check for each child in the United States

The proposal, initially floated by Donald Trump, has already put millions of mothers on alert. The figure of $5,000 for each child born has begun to circulate as the next federal stimulus check.

The topic even made its way onto one of the most-watched programs on American television, where opinions were far from converging.

During an intense discussion on the set of The ViewThe baby stimulus check sparked mixed reactions. Is this a new check like the pandemic stimulus checks? Would immigrant mothers also receive it? Is this a real change in the country's social policy?

Although the idea isn't yet a reality, many already assume that the Trump administration will provide $5,000 a month for life for every child born on U.S. soil. But the truth is more complex.

Who will receive the stimulus check?

President Donald Trump expressed his support for a one-time $5,000 stimulus check for new mothers during a recent speech. The proposal seeks to boost birth rates in the United States, which are at historically low levels. However, no legislation guaranteeing such a payment has yet been officially passed.

Currently, the only measure that has advanced in Congress is a bill that proposes a one-time deposit of $1,000 in a savings account for each child born between 2025 and 2029. This account cannot be used immediately, but would be blocked until the minor turns 18.

In no case is this a monthly payment, nor is it a "lifelong" program, as some content creators on platforms like TikTok have promoted.

A broader debate on motherhood and social benefits

The discussion ignited when host Whoopi Goldberg called the proposal an "insult" and criticized the proposal for a one-time payment while cutting essential programs for women and families. She pointed out that maternity care in the United States remains extremely expensive, and that there are no guarantees of public childcare, paid leave, or accessible medical services for pregnant women.

For her part, Alyssa Farah Griffin defended the idea, noting that similar measures exist in countries like Italy and France. According to her, the bonus could alleviate initial birth expenses and encourage future savings if managed properly. “It’s not perfect, but it’s a step in the right direction,” she stated.

The risk of misinformation and false expectations

The Lead Stories fact-checking team debunked the viral rumor circulating on social media. There is no approved program that provides $5,000 a month to mothers, whether citizens or immigrants. So far, Trump has publicly supported the idea, but has not issued any executive orders or official proposals with that content.

This case highlights the risk of misinformation in times of high political tension, where any statement can quickly become "news" without any real basis.