IRS, Trump and tax refunds

IRS tax refunds: Why Trump’s executive orders could impact when you get your money
WASHINGTON -- Tax refunds are expected to start hitting bank accounts in the coming weeks as the Internal Revenue Service continues to process millions of returns. However, a pair of executive orders signed recently by President Donald Trump might cause some delays in getting those refunds paid out, according to Newsweek.
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President Donald Trump's executive orders have raised concerns over potential delays in tax refunds during the 2025 filing season.
Trump, at least for now, has not terminated Direct File, the free IRS tax filing system
In early February 2025, claims emerged that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) led by Elon Musk, had terminated, or planned to terminate, a program — Direct File — run by the IRS that allows (some) citizens to file individual tax returns for free:
IRS refunds in Mississippi could be delayed due to Trump hiring freeze. What to know
Trump’s orders calling for an IRS hiring freeze and a return to work directive could slow down the process for MS taxpayers waiting on a refund.
IRS refunds could be in trouble. Will Trump’s hiring freeze slow payments to GA taxpayers?
Trump’s orders calling for an IRS hiring freeze and a return to work directive could slow down the process for GA taxpayers waiting on a refund.
How Trump's executive orders could impact your tax returns
Since taking office, President Trump has issued numerous executive orders affecting federal agencies, potentially impacting taxpayer services. With tax season underway, these changes could lead to delays and reduced assistance for millions of Americans.
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, four years ago,” Hamilton said. A different execu
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