The IRS Direct File system, a government-run tool that let some Americans file their federal taxes directly and for free, won ...

Even though the tax agency's free pilot program is no longer available, there are other free tax filing options this season.

While the IRS Direct File program has been shut down, there are still ways to file your taxes for free. Here's what to know.

Several free tax filing options remain available, including IRS Free File, VITA/TCE programs, and services from companies ...

In 2025, nearly 300,000 Americans used a new electronic system to file their taxes directly with the IRS for free. In 2026, ...

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Tax season comes with a lot of stress for many Americans, and that may especially be the case in 2026, thanks to the Trump administration's decision to get rid of the Internal Revenue Service's (IRS) ...

President Trump’s tax and spending cut bill was signed into law on July 4, 2025. It enacted new tax deduction rules for many Americans, including seniors and certain workers. Changes include no taxes ...

There are a number of changes that could affect you this tax season. Reporter With the deadline to file your taxes only a few months away, it may be a good time to start thinking about a number of key ...

With the deadline to file your taxes only a few months away, it may be a good time to start thinking about a number of key policy changes that could affect your return this year. “It is a year with ...