What the ending of the impeachment trial means for stimulus checks Eric Gay/AP A stimulus check issued by the IRS to help combat the adverse economic effects of the COVID-19 outbreak is seen in San Antonio, Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) and last updated 2021-02-14 11:10:27-05 After five days of deliberations, the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump has concluded, ending in an acquittal of the former president. There was much concern going into the trial on whether the trial would disrupt a speedy consideration of President Joe Bidenâs proposed $1.9 trillion economic stimulus bill, which in turn would send $1,400 checks to most Americans.