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IRS Ends Free Direct File Program, Sparking Tax Equity Debates

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Farewell to Free Filing’s Flagship: Inside the IRS’s Shutdown of Direct File and the Hunt for Alternatives The Internal Revenue Service’s decision to shutter its Direct File program marks a pivotal shift in how Americans approach tax preparation, leaving millions who relied on this free, government-backed tool scrambling for options as the 2026 filing season approaches. Launched as a pilot in 2024, Direct File allowed eligible taxpayers in selec…
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WebProNews broke the news in on Monday, January 12, 2026.
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