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News in English (USA) / 17.04.2025 / 05:00

Trump Administration Set to End IRS Direct File Program for Free Tax Filing

The Trump administration is planning to eliminate the IRS Direct File program, which provides free tax filing services to millions of taxpayers. Sources indicate that this decision comes amid significant workforce cuts at the IRS and growing complaints from Democrats about corporate influence, particularly from Intuit, which has lobbied against the program. While IRS Direct File has been popular among many taxpayers, its future remains uncertain, with some reports suggesting that it could end after the current filing season. Critics argue that this move would benefit tax preparation firms at the expense of public access to free filing options.
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