Are Trump and Musk trying to get rid of this tax filing program?
Tech billionaire Elon Musk said Monday that the 18F group that helped build the Direct File initiative, which allows taxpayers to file their returns directly to the Interval Revenue Service (IRS) for free,
Musk says group that built IRS ‘Direct File’ program ‘has been deleted’
In reply to a post to X that said “18F, the far left government wide computer office that was recently taken over by allies of @elonmusk, is
Musk Says He’s ‘Deleted’ Popular Free IRS Tax Filing Program
President Trump’s “special government employee,” Elon Musk, announced on Monday that he has dissolved the Internal Revenue Service’s free file program, effectively firing the staff who worked on the popular program.
More Americans will be able to file their tax return directly online with the IRS this year
Direct File allows some taxpayers to file their returns online directly with the IRS for no cost and is available to about half the country.
Direct File 'Enhanced' in 2025: What the IRS Has Added for You
Direct File is an online program offered by the IRS that allows you to file your tax return directly to the agency for free. It launched as a pilot program in 2024 across 12 states as a result of the Inflation Reduction Act, which President Joe Biden signed into law in 2022.
IRS direct file for 2025 is here: What to know
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) expects more than 140 million Americans to file their taxes ahead of the April 15th deadline. The IRS says it is expanding its direct file program for 2025, which is now available to taxpayers in 25 states.
IRS Direct File program now open. Who’s eligible, how to file your taxes for free in Florida
The IRS' free online program Direct File is now open for business and accepting tax returns. Here's what to know.
No, Trump's IRS Hiring Freeze Won't Slow Down Your Taxes, but the Way You File Might
President Donald Trump ordered an indefinite hiring freeze at the IRS ahead of tax season, but fears about delayed tax returns might not be warranted.
Hochul: New Yorkers should consider Direct File for taxes
Gov. Kathy Hochul urged New Yorkers to consider using the Direct File program in New York State to ease the burden of filing taxes. According to a press release, the joint project with
Legislators launch IRS Direct File Tool for taxpayers
A new tool is available to make filing your own taxes easier. Connecticut taxpayers have access to a free service called the IRS Direct File Tool. The online service allows eligible people to directly file federal tax returns with the IRS without needing a third-party software of professional assistance.
Other voices: Keep taxes easy and free to file. Expand Direct File
As tax season gets underway, we are happy to say that now about half the country will benefit from the IRS’ free Direct File program, which lets people with relatively straightforward income tax returns get their refund or make their payment via an online portal.
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What is Direct File? Some answers to common questions surrounding tax filing season.
Tax season in America began Jan. 27, according to the Internal Revenue Service. This year, the IRS announced that direct ...
Nicklaus: Direct tax filing comes to Illinois. Missourians are still waiting.
Missouri is not among the states where a free, easy tax filing method is available, and some elected officials are fighting ...
Some Illinois residents are able to file taxes for free this year. Here's what to know.
Tax season is officially upon us and some Illinois residents will be able to file their taxes for free this year. Here's what ...
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Maryland comptroller encourages new direct file
The first official day of tax season kicked off on Monday and the Maryland State Comptroller’s Office is promoting a new and ...