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IRS Direct File: A guide to understanding the free tax preparation service
The Internal Revenue Service launched a pilot program last year that allows people to file their taxes directly with the federal government for free. This project is known as Direct File and has since expanded to 25 states.
Musk Says Group That Built IRS Direct File Was ‘Deleted,’ but Program Is Still Available
The IRS’ free tax-preparation program remains a free option for taxpayers this year, but the fate of a group of government technologists that helped develop it is less certain.
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.
Is the IRS Direct File free tax program still active? The states where it is available despite Elon Musk’s warning
Elon Musk created confusion for those planning to use the IRS Direct File free tax program when he posted that he “deleted” the agency behind its creation.
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.
Musk says he 'deleted' IRS easy filing team that let Americans file taxes for free online
In a post on X, unelected government official Elon Musk revealed that he has cut the staff of the Internal Revenue Service that oversaw the system that allows Americans to file their taxes for free easily on its website.

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Will Trump’s federal hiring freeze affect IRS tax returns?
The IRS will function much better today and in the upcoming filing season with this hiring freeze than they would have, say, ...
The Taxpayer Assistance And Service Act: IRS Efficiency And Taxpayer Rights
The TAS Act aims to modernizing the IRS, has bipartisan support and open for public comment until March 31, 2025.
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IRS Unveils Key Changes for 2025 Tax Season: What You Need to Know
The IRS has set January 27 as the start of the 2025 tax season, with significant updates aimed at enhancing taxpayer ...
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IRS changes in 2025: Potential Tax Chaos for American Families
The IRS has announced significant changes to its tax refund process starting in 2025, potentially causing disruptions for ...
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IRS increases deductions for 2024 income taxes
Tax filing season has begun. The Internal Revenue Service has information for people who are already filing their returns.
What can the IRS do to collect unpaid tax debt?
That said, if you owe the IRS but can't pay, the situation isn't hopeless. There are a few pathways for taxpayers to resolve their outstanding tax debt, and knowing what these options are — as well as ...