Trump's IRS Initiatives Could Harm Tax Filing Season

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.
How Trump’s IRS Initiatives Could Harm Tax Filing Season
And the potential loss of expertise in information technology and cybersecurity could put both agency efficiency and taxpayer information at risk.
IRS tax tips for filing this season
Before filing, taxpayers should have their: Social Security numbers for everyone listed on the tax return. Tax forms such as W-2s, 1099s, 1098s and other income documents. IRS letters they may have citing an amount received for a certain tax deduction or credit.
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.
IRS Issues Six Points of Advice To Tax Filers
Tax season is now in full swing and the government agency has several helpful reminders for people looking to file.
The important IRS change for this tax season that you'll love
As the IRS kicks off the 2025 tax season, a significant change is set to make filing taxes more convenient for millions of Americans. With over 140 million individual tax returns expected, the IRS has introduced a user-friendly update that allows taxpayers to access and manage their forms more efficiently.

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