IRS, Trump and tax refunds

IRS tax refunds: Why Trump’s executive orders could impact when you get your money
WASHINGTON -- Tax refunds are expected to start hitting bank accounts in the coming weeks as the Internal Revenue Service continues to process millions of returns. However, a pair of executive orders signed recently by President Donald Trump might cause some delays in getting those refunds paid out, according to Newsweek.
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IRS refunds could be in trouble. Will Trump’s hiring freeze slow payments to GA taxpayers?
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How Trump's executive orders could impact your tax returns
Since taking office, President Trump has issued numerous executive orders affecting federal agencies, potentially impacting taxpayer services. With tax season underway, these changes could lead to delays and reduced assistance for millions of Americans.
Will Trump’s federal hiring freeze affect IRS tax returns?
The IRS will function much better today and in the upcoming filing season with this hiring freeze than they would have, say, four years ago,” Hamilton said. A different execu

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