Stimulus Check Update: Lone Democratic Holdout May Be Softening Toward the Idea of Another Stimulus Check The Ascent is reader-supported: we may earn a commission from offers on this page. It’s how we make money. But our editorial integrity ensures our experts’ opinions aren’t influenced by compensation. Terms may apply to offers listed on this page. Image source: Getty Images Senator Joe Manchin has expressed displeasure with who receives stimulus checks. Shortly before the inauguration, President Joe Biden announced his plans for a $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package. According to Biden, he recognizes that the plan has a high price tag but that doing nothing would cost far more.