IRS, Trump and Tax Refunds

Could IRS Tax Refunds Be Delayed by Trump's Policies?
President Donald Trump's executive orders have raised concerns over potential delays in tax refunds during the 2025 filing season.
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.
Has the IRS started sending out refunds? What to know about your tax return
Most taxpayers receive refunds and money has already started being issued. There are ways to find out information about the status of your filing.
Trump just signed an executive order that could delay your tax refund. Here’s what to know
The site reported that Trump initiated a hiring freeze at the IRS on new jobs and rescinded any job offers for IRS employees who would have started after Feb. 8. Another executive order demanding that federal employees working from home return to the office could also force some IRS employees into early retirement, according to the site.
Want to receive your tax refund faster? The IRS says these tips can prevent delays
Refunds are typically received within 21 days of the IRS accepting your return, but some issues can delay that timeline.
Where's my refund? How to check your IRS tax return status, wait time for direct deposit
According to IRS data, the bureau expects nearly 140 million Americans to file taxes. But when will that check or direct deposit arrive?
Your IRS refund in NC could be delayed this year with Trump’s hiring freeze. What to know
How can you get your tax refund faster? According to the IRS, the fastest way to get your tax refund is to have it electronically deposited for free into your bank account through
IRS refunds could be in trouble. Will Trump’s hiring freeze slow payments to GA taxpayers?
Trump’s orders calling for an IRS hiring freeze and a return to work directive could slow down the process for GA taxpayers waiting on a refund.
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