The IRS is preparing to lay off approximately 6,700 employees, starting this week, with significant impacts anticipated in Kansas City where around 1,000 workers may lose their jobs. These layoffs, mainly targeting new hires, come at a critical time during the tax season and have raised concerns about potential delays in tax refunds and increased wait times for taxpayers. Experts urge individuals to file their taxes early to mitigate possible delays. The situation has led to uncertainty among employees and taxpayers alike, as financial advisors caution about the effects of these cuts on tax processing and refund timelines.