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The IRS Has Issued a Whopping $145 Billion in Tax Refunds so Far

How many tax returns has the IRS processed so far in 2025? On Friday, the IRS released statistics comparing its progress through the sixth week of tax season 2024 (ending March 8,

Newsweek on MSN · 13h

How IRS Tax Refunds Will Be Impacted by Mass Layoffs

The layoffs, which have been directed by the so-called Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by billionaire and "special government employee" Elon Musk, have sparked concerns among experts who fear that the IRS won't be able to process Americans' tax refunds as quickly as usual this year.

USA TODAY on MSN · 1d

Average tax refunds so far in 2025 are up 7.5% but IRS still receiving fewer early returns

The IRS has issued more than 29.6 million individual income tax refunds through Feb. 21, up 2.3% from a year ago.

Santa Rosa Press Democrat · 1d

IRS says time is running out to claim 2021 tax refunds

As the April 15 filing deadline looms, the Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers that after three years, any unclaimed 2021 tax year refunds go to the U.S. Treasury.

MiBolsilloColombia on MSN · 21h

What are the hours at which the IRS deposits tax refunds?

If you've already filed your tax return, it's natural to wonder when you'll receive your refund. One of the most common questions is the exact time the IRS makes deposits.

IRS, Direct File and US DOGE Department

The Washington Post on MSN · 6h

People love the IRS’s free tax filing website. Its future is unclear.

That website is IRS Direct File, which was well reviewed but little used in its 2024 debut as a free alternative to online tax prep services like TurboTax. I described Direct File, which lets you file your tax return online directly with the Internal Revenue Service, as proof that government technology can be pleasant to use.

Newsweek on MSN · 1d

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.

Yahoo · 1d

DOGE proposes cutting US IRS workforce by another 20%

The US DOGE Department is proposing to cut the IRS workforce by an additional 7,000 employees, on top of the 10,000 that have already been fired or taken voluntary buy outs.

Top IRS lawyer pushed aside

ABC News on MSN · 22h

Top lawyer at IRS removed amid DOGE push for taxpayer information: Sources

Acting IRS chief counsel William Paul is set to be demoted to his previous role, and replaced by Andrew De Mello, another IRS attorney who was nominated by President Donald Trump to serve as the inspector general of the Department of Education during his first term, the sources said.

The Washington Post on MSN · 1d

Top IRS lawyer pushed aside as DOGE seeks records and 20% staff 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.

Forbes · 1d

IRS Chief Counsel Pushed Out After Reported Clash With DOGE Over Taxpayer Data

Acting chief counsel William Paul has been reportedly demoted because he refused to cooperate with Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency, as DOGE representatives allegedly sought to share taxpayer information with other federal agencies.

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Scammers using AI to create fake IRS sites. Here's other scams to watch out for.

As the deadline to file gets closer, cybersecurity experts warn, you're even more likely to be targeted by scammers. You ...

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US IRS pauses modernization investments to evaluate AI technology

The U.S. Internal Revenue Service is taking a "strategic pause" in its technology modernization investments to re-evaluate ...

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DOGE proposes cutting IRS workforce by a total of nearly 20%

The Trump administration and Department of Government Efficiency are proposing a dramatic downsizing of the IRS that would ...

Former IRS agent found guilty in Ponzi scheme targeting elderly Santa Rosa woman

A Southern California woman was found guilty Thursday of defrauding an elderly Santa Rosa woman of more than $1.5 million in ...

The Press Democrat2h

Former IRS agent, 80, guilty of scamming $1.5M from Santa Rosa woman

An 80-year-old Los Angeles woman and former IRS agent was found guilty of 24 felony charges in the Sonoma County Superior ...

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US IRS to re-evaluate modernization investments in light of AI technology

The U.S. Internal Revenue Service is taking a "strategic pause" in its technology modernization investments to re-evaluate ...

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IRS would still operate during a shutdown

The threat of a government shutdown appears to be receding Friday, but the IRS would nevertheless still operate during tax ...

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This retirement account is an ‘IOU to the IRS’ — but here’s when it makes sense, expert says

Your pre-tax IRA is subject to future income taxes, depending on your bracket. But it could offer planning opportunities, ...

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