IRS Tax Filing Could Be Upended For Millions of Americans: What To Know
The Direct File program was launched to benefit over 30 million taxpayers and prompted a backlash from commercial tax prep firms who lobbied against it. If ended, taxpayers from eligible states could be forced to go private if they are above a certain income threshold.
Tax season: How to avoid scams and how the IRS is making filing easier with new tools
The tax filing season kicked off on Jan 27, with the Internal Revenue Service accepting returns. Taxpayers could face problems from scammers.
IRS Direct File: What you need to know now
The IRS Direct File program, which lets you prepare and file your federal return for free, is still up and running, for now.
Elon Musk creates confusion about IRS’ Direct File — but the free tax program is still available
Billionaire Elon Musk posted on his social media site that he had “deleted” 18F, an agency that worked on the IRS’ Direct File program.
Elon Musk says he 'deleted' IRS Direct File. Can Wisconsin taxpayers still use the free service?
Elon Musk wrote on X on Monday that 18F, the digital consulting team who developed the IRS Direct File system, had been deleted.
IRS: Important Tax Filing Dates
Filing taxes in the United States is a crucial annual task for most citizens and permanent residents. Understanding the requirements and deadlines can help you avoid penalties and maximize your deductions.
Don’t Worry, the IRS Won’t Empty Out–at Least During Tax Season
Amid the Trump administration’s sweeping and at times chaotic campaign to shrink the size of government and trim head count, a segment of the federal workforce that is critical this time of year is being told they have to stay on the job: the IRS staffers who support the tax-filing process.
Elon Musk says he 'deleted' IRS Direct File. Can taxpayers still use the free service?
This should be a banner year for taxpayers seeking free tax-preparation. But one key IRS program is under fire.
Trump, at least for now, has not terminated Direct File, the free IRS tax filing system
Direct File and its documentation all remain live and online at the time of this reporting, so it is erroneous to say that DOGE has blocked the ability for people to use the progr
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Did DOGE really ‘delete’ the tech division that helped create the IRS Direct File free tax filing service?
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Shady tax scams circulating on social media could bring big penalties, delayed refunds
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Tax tips for 2025: File early, protect against tax-filing fraud, get your tax credits
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Did you know the IRS taxes your bank account? Don’t get caught off guard
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IRS prepares fines for errors in tax returns
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7 tax breaks for homeowners you need to know about this filing season
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