No, Elon Musk Didn't End Free Direct File Tax Filing Program

Elon Musk says he 'deleted' IRS Direct File. Can taxpayers still use the free service?
This should be a banner year for taxpayers seeking free tax-preparation. But one key IRS program is under fire.
No, Elon Musk Didn't End the Free Direct File Tax Filing Program, for Now
There was widespread confusion after the Tesla CEO claimed the program, which allows Americans to file their taxes straight to the IRS, had been "deleted."
Elon Musk Creates Confusion About Direct File, the IRS’ Free Tax-Prep Program
Though the billionaire presidential adviser created confusion when he said he’d “deleted” the agency behind it, the free filing program is still available—at least for the coming tax season.
'F Yes' Trends After Elon Musk Asks if DOGE Should Audit IRS
The move to audit the IRS aligns with previous efforts by Musk to challenge federal tax collection practices, including his past criticisms of government spending and the Direct File program, a free tax filing initiative. DOGE's potential scrutiny of the IRS could add to existing concerns about the agency's funding and its role in tax enforcement.
Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) “Didn’t Evade Tax” says Elon Musk
CEO Elon Musk wants to close down tax loopholes as part of his wide-ranging remit at the Department of Government Efficiency, but
Elon Musk creates confusion about IRS' Direct File — but the free tax program is still available
The IRS has faced intense blowback to Direct File from private tax preparation companies that have made billions from charging people to use their software.
Elon Musk says he 'deleted' IRS Direct File. Can Maryland taxpayers file for free?
This should be a banner year for taxpayers seeking free tax-preparation. But one key IRS program is under fire.
IRS Direct File: What should we expect from its status with the arrival of Elon Musk?
The IRS Direct File program is revolutionizing tax filing for millions of Americans by offering a no-cost, streamlined process for uncomplicated returns. Despite its benefits, the program faces opposition from private tax-preparation companies and political figures.
Elon Musk 'should be hit with Tesla tariff over Donald Trump steel tax row'
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IRS Staff Told To Stay After Accepting Elon Musk's Exit Offer: Report
Critics called the policy, offered to thousands of federal employees, "legally dubious" and "intentionally misleading".
Elon Musk Upstaged By Son In Trump's Office: Nose-picking Lil X Turns Heads In White House Debut
Xii, made a rare and adorable public appearance at the White House, joining his father for a major policy announcement alongside former U.S. President Donald Trump. Little X captivated onlookers as he ...
Elon Musk says he 'deleted' IRS Direct File. Can Wisconsin taxpayers still use the free service?
Elon Musk wrote on X on Monday that 18F, the digital consulting team who developed the IRS Direct File system, had been ...
Elon Musk built his wealth from taxpayer-funded research — now he's trying to destroy future science
D onald Trump, his shadow president Elon Musk, and the so-called Department of Government Efficiency are waging a highly ...
Elon Musk turns his sights to Social Security. Could he cut it?
Read: Worried about Elon Musk and ‘DOGE’ getting your Social Security number? Here’s how to protect yourself. At least Trump ...
How Elon Musk’s Anti-Government Crusade Could Benefit Tesla and His Other Businesses
Experts say he could easily snuff out federal investigations or safety initiatives that have stymied Tesla or his other ...