On President Trump's first day in office, a hiring freeze was imposed, affecting the IRS, which oversees tax returns during its peak season. The government implemented large-scale firings, impacting around 6,700 probationary employees, creating concerns about tax filing efficiency. A ruling deemed these terminations illegal. With fewer available staff to address tax inquiries or fix errors, experts advise taxpayers to meticulously review their returns. Online tools from the IRS have been introduced to assist taxpayers amid reduced staffing, emphasizing the need for diligence to avoid filing complications.
"Before you hit the 'send' button on your electronic file tax return, double check everything... because you don't want to get a rejection..."
"Some (employees) were brand new, while other, more seasoned workers had transferred from different departments..."
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