Trump administration plans to end the IRS Direct File program for free tax filing, AP sources say – WTOP
The Trump administration plans to eliminate the IRS’ direct file program, according to two people familiar with the decision. File – March 22, 2013, the photo in the file shows the exterior of Washington’s Internal Revenue Service. (AP Photo/Susan Walsh, File) (AP/Susan Walsh) File – March 22, 2013, the photo in the file shows the […]
‘‘Delete’ is one of their favorite terms’: Inside DOGE’s IRS takeover ahead of tax season – WTOP
The IRS disruption began last month shortly after the first Doge Envoy arrived at the agency's Washington, DC headquarters. Doge cuts using the IRS. Here's what the employee says: The former Internal Revenue Service worker leaves the office after being fired in downtown Denver, Colorado on February 20th. The former Internal Revenue Service worker leaves […]
Maryland’s largest provider for Medicaid enrollees loses accreditation – WTOP
Maryland's largest managed care organization for Medicaid enrollees has suspended certifications due to concerns about provider credentials and quality reviews, a state health department official said Friday. ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Maryland's largest managed care organization for Medicaid enrollees has suspended certifications due to concerns about provider certification and quality reviews, state health officials said […]
IRS will lay off thousands of probationary workers in the middle of tax season – WTOP
The IRS will fire thousands of probation workers midway through the tax season, with cuts likely to occur soon next week, according to two sources familiar with the agency's plans. Are you a federal employee or contractor affected by the Trump administration's efforts to reduce the federal workforce? Send a voice memo via the WTOP […]
Angela Alsobrooks improperly claimed tax deductions on DC, Maryland properties, records show – WTOP
Senior counsel for Angela Alsobrooks said she was unaware of the issue and that her lawyers were working with both Washington, D.C., and the state of Maryland to resolve the tax issues. (CNN) — Angela Alsobrooks Democratic Candidate for U.S. Senate In Maryland, he improperly took advantage of tax breaks to which he was not […]
Capital One to buy Discover for $35 billion in deal that combines major US credit card companies – WTOP
Capital One Financial will acquire Discover Financial Services for $35 billion, in a deal that brings together two of the nation’s largest lenders and credit card issuers. NEW YORK (AP) – Capital One Financial announced it will acquire Discover Financial Services for $35 billion. The deal combines two domestic credit card companies and could revolutionize […]