Musk's DOGE Could Cut Free Tax Filing Program

IRS Direct File: Musk's DOGE Could Cut the Free Tax Filing Program
With the tax deadline fast approaching, the future of the IRS Direct File program—a free tax filing service—remains uncertain as Elon Musk and the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) reassess federal expenditures.
File Your Tax Return for Free: What to Know About the IRS Free File Program and Its Limitations
With the 2025 tax season underway, the IRS Free File partnership could be just what you need to get your taxes done with ease and for $0.
A government program made tax filing free and more efficient. Musk and DOGE may get rid of it anyway
Musk posted last month on his social media site that he had “deleted” 18F, a government agency that worked on projects such as the IRS’ Direct File program.
Top IRS lawyer pushed aside as DOGE seeks tax records, staffing cuts
The acting chief counsel of the IRS has been removed from his position as Elon Musk’s U.S. DOGE Service seeks access to sensitive taxpayer records, according to people familiar with the matter.
DOGE’s IRS staff layoffs could let ‘wealthy tax dodgers’ get away with unpaid bills, say Democrats
A depleted Internal Revenue Service workforce is now poised to close audits on some of the richest taxpayers heading into peak tax season. After the Trump administration and Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) gutted the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) by firing an estimated 7,

$1 billion in unclaimed tax refunds to expire soon

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When is the last day to file taxes? See 2025 tax deadline, how to track your refund
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Tax filing deadline nears, experts urge early submission
Tax pros urge early filing as the April 15 deadline approaches. If you need more time, you can request a six-month extension.
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Income tax deadline: Only 3 days left to pay last instalment of advance tax
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Elon Musk's DOGE Cuts Fail to Stop US Federal Spending Hitting New Record
Overall government spending reportedly rose by $40 billion, a 7 percent increase compared to the same month last year.
Where's my refund? How to check your NY tax refund status
After you file your tax return this year, you may be wondering how long it will take to receive your refund and where you should go to check on its status. Here's how to check the status of your state ...