Trump announces new ‘Warrior Dividend’: Who will get stimulus check? When will it come? Eligibility details and more

Trump said all currently serving US Army members will get a $1,750 Warrior Dividend, with stimulus checks already on the way and set to arrive before Christmas.

Updated on: Dec 18, 2025, 08:19:35 IST

By Shamik Banerjee

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Donald Trump announced a $1,776 ‘warrior dividend’ for US Army servicemen this Christmas in his address to the nation at 9 p.m. ET. It will be a one-time payment that will go out to 1,450,000 US Army service members, Trump said.

Donald Trump addresses the nation from the Diplomatic Reception Room of the White House. (AFP)

“In honor of our nation’s founding, we are sending every soldier $1,776 dollars," Trump said. "The checks are already on their way. Nobody deserves it more than our military!”

Trump Warrior Dividend: Who Qualifies? When Will It Come?

Trump said that all currently serving US Army members will receive the $1,750 Warrior Dividend. Trump said that the stimulus cheques are "already on the way" and will be credited to the accounts of the servicemen before Christmas.

Active-duty and reserve service members ranked O-6 or below, who were on active-duty orders for at least 31 days as of November 30, 2025, are eligible. The payments are expected to arrive by Direct Bank Transfer on or before December 25.

Note: Veterans do not qualify for the dividend program.

Key Highlights From Trump's Address To The Nation

Trump addressed the nation at 9 p.m. ET Wednesday amid his falling popularity over the handling of the economy. Polls have repeatedly showed that most adults in the US are frustrated with Trump's handling of the economy.

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“This is what the Biden administration allowed to happen to our country,” Trump said, trying to shift the blame. “When I took office, I inherited a mess, and I’m fixing it.” He said that the "tariffs are working" and tried to focus on kitchen-table issues affecting the day-to-day lives of the people.

Earlier this month, Trump held a campaign-style "affordability" rally at a Pennsylvania casino to similarly address growing concerns around the US economy.

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Shamik Banerjee
Shamik is a journalist covering the United States for Hindustan Times. He has more than four years of experience reporting on US politics, sports, and major breaking stories across fast-moving cycles. He previously worked at Times Now and Sportskeeda, building strong newsroom instincts and digital storytelling skills. At HT.com, he focuses on day-to-day coverage of US political developments while also handling high-impact stories that demand speed, accuracy, clarity, and context under pressure. Shamik has extensive experience covering NFL game days over the past two years, coordinating live updates, analysis, and explainers. He is particularly drawn to large news moments such as US elections and the Super Bowl, where he thrives at the news desk working alongside the team. He holds degrees in Media Studies from Jamia Millia Islamia and English Literature from Jadavpur University. Before entering journalism, he briefly worked in digital marketing and political consultancy roles. Currently a Senior Content Producer at HT Digital, he is driven by curiosity, discipline, and a constant desire to explore new and obscure topics. Outside work, he enjoys reading, films, sports, and learning continuously.Read More

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