Direct File, which allows taxpayers to file their tax returns directly with the federal government, was launched as a pilot program in 12 states during the 2024 tax season.

Billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk posted on his social media site that he has "deleted" 18F, a government agency that worked on technology projects such as the IRS's Direct File program ...

This should be a banner year for taxpayers seeking free tax-preparation. But one key IRS program is under fire.