Trump files lawsuit against IRS for $10 billion regarding tax return disclosure

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When you can expect your tax refund from the IRS

NEW YORK — It’s that time of year again—tax filing season has begun, and the IRS anticipates around 164 million people will file their returns by April 15. Last year, the average refund was approximately $3,167. Analysts suggest it could increase by about $1,000 this time around, thanks to updates in tax laws. In the […]
IRS encounters significant challenges this tax season, report indicates. What about my refund?

January 29, 2026, 4:32 PM ET Erin M. Collins, the National Taxpayer Advocate, highlighted possible challenges for the upcoming 2026 tax season in her annual report for 2025. This season, millions of taxpayers will notice a significant shift as the IRS moves away from issuing paper checks. As we approach the 2026 tax season, there’s […]
IRS emphasizes significant shift in tax refunds: Key information to understand

Changes to Tax Refunds This Season Tax season is upon us, and the IRS is alerting Americans to significant updates regarding their tax refunds this year. In March 2025, President Trump issued an executive order aimed at modernizing how payments move to and from American bank accounts. This mandates the IRS and other federal bodies […]
IRS has to refund certain taxpayers for penalty tax relief during the pandemic, audit reveals

The IRS has some refunds owed to taxpayers who were mistakenly left out of relief programs introduced during the pandemic, according to a recent audit by a watchdog group. Over 2,100 tax returns were amended after the auditors found these individuals were eligible for around $463,000. The findings come from a report released by the […]
IRS encounters difficulties in the 2026 tax season because of job reductions and new regulations

Concerns for Upcoming Tax Filing Season WASHINGTON — A national taxpayer advocacy group is raising alarms about the upcoming 2026 tax filing season. They cite significant staffing reductions at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) since the Trump administration took office. In her annual report to Congress, Tax Advocate Erin M. Collins pointed out that, unlike […]
IRS encounters significant obstacles in the 2026 tax season because of staff reductions and new regulations, according to a watchdog.

IRS Faces Challenges Ahead of 2026 Tax Season WASHINGTON (AP) — Taxpayer advocates are raising alarms about the upcoming 2026 tax filing season. Given the significant number of IRS staff departures since the Trump administration came into power, this could create hurdles for taxpayers. Tax Advocate Erin M. Collins shared her annual report with Congress […]
IRS inspector warns that some taxpayers may face increased difficulties in the 2026 filing season

IRS Prepares for 2026 Tax Season Amid Challenges As the tax season kicks off and the IRS gears up to handle millions of returns, its internal watchdog is raising concerns that some taxpayers might face issues in 2026. Erin Collins, a tax advocate, mentioned in a recent report that while the 2025 filing season was […]
Danielle Zanzalari: Change in IRS Policy May Delay Mergers in the U.S.

Concerns About IRS Policy Changes Affecting Businesses Most people generally don’t give much thought to how the IRS operates, and, well, they shouldn’t have to. There’s an expectation that government agencies will consistently apply rules, allowing businesses to plan, invest, and innovate. Stability in the tax system is essential for making decisions about investments, research […]
FTC alerts taxpayers about phone scams pretending to be IRS officials as the 2025 tax season approaches

Tax Fraud Emerges as the 2025 Filing Season Approaches As we get closer to the 2025 tax season, scams aimed at taxpayers are starting to pop up. Typically, tax season runs from January to April, so it’s that time again. The Federal Trade Commission has issued a warning regarding an increase in scams where individuals […]