Taxes
Do You Have to File Taxes During a Government Shutdown?
The bad news is during a shutdown, Smithsonian museums are closed. The good news is that now you have more time to file your taxes.
The middle class pays taxes. The one percent profit
The wealthiest Americans used to pay for the government through taxes. Now they pay for the government by lending it money, with interest, and profit from the rest of us. This has to stop.
Trump Asks Landlords For Leniency, Contrasting His Past
Despite the president's suggestions for landlords to offer leniency, his own business record paints the contrasting image of a New York landlord who repeatedly reaped the benefits of dodging taxes at the expense of his tenants, causing rent prices to artificially increase for rent-regulated units.
Donald Trump Files His Tax Return
The president and first lady had filed for a six-month extension in April. Whether Trump's taxes will be made public remains a question.
Dems Quietly Plan to Review and Release Trump's Taxes
The same Democrats who cried foul at the GOP's release of private tax information on companies targeted by the IRS under Obama now prepare to do the same to Trump.
Who is Fan Bingbing? Top Chinese Actor Still Missing
The 37-year-old is thought to be under investigation for tax evasion.
Why Does Betsy DeVos's Family Yacht Fly a Foreign Flag?
The education secretary's floating mansion was moored at an Ohio dock but was registered in a Caribbean archipelago.
State Employee Investigated Over Alleged Racist Post
"There is an active investigation into the matter. Thank you to those who have shared your concerns and we take this matter seriously."
Trump Compares U.S. To Robbed Piggy Bank
"I'm not blaming countries," Trump said. "I'm blaming our people that represented our past."
2.3 Million Russians Barred From Travel Due to Debts
Russian citizens cannot leave the country if they owe more than $483.
Trump Attorney Faces Growing Unpaid Tax Bill From Taxis
Cohen owns multiple taxi companies but denies he owes the tax to New York state.
Is the IRS Sharing Immigrants Tax Information?
Tax laws allow the IRS to share certain information about individual workers' earnings.
America is Winning Because of Trump's Tax Reform
Tax Day is right up there with "Root Canal Day" in terms of days that no one wants to celebrate.
Trump Requests Tax Extension, Won't Release Returns
Trump was the first president to refuse to disclose his tax returns in decades.
Tax Day Post Office Extended Hours on April 17 Deadline
Some post offices may offer extended hours on Tax Day to accommodate last-minute filers.
Tax Day 2018: Best Food Deals On April 17
Restaurants around the U.S. are offering $10.40 deals or giving away free food on Tax Day.
It Pays To Stay Honest This Tax Season
Each year many people do cheat on their taxes. According to findings released by the IRS in 2016, tax evasion costs the federal government over US$450 billion each year.
You Are Probably Paying More Income Tax Than You Should
Income taxes represent the government's largest source of tax revenue.
Tax Day 2018: How Trump Tax Plan Will Impact Filing
Trump's tax plan doesn't affect individual filing this year—with some small exceptions.
When Are 2017 Taxes Due? How to File, Request Extension
Those who are unable to make the April 17 deadline this year can file for an extension by the end of the day.
Taxes Is An American Tradition
Not long after George Washington took office, one of the most serious threats to the authority of the federal government and stability of the new nation arose in the form of a tax resistance.
Do You Have to Pay Taxes on Bitcoin Earnings?
The bitcoin price today is around $8,880. The digital currency hit a peak in December, when it was valued at around $20,000.
Trump China Tariff Takes Aim at iPhone
Suddenly, $999 for the iPhone X doesn't seem so bad.
Jared Kushner Company Investors Subpoenaed, Report Says
Kushner Companies "is not under investigation for any tax issues," its attorney stated.
GOP Senator: Trump Budget Abandons Conservative Values
Limited-government conservatives have been abandoned by the Republican Congress.
Can Never-Trumpers Reclaim Hijacked Republican Party?
Neil Buchanan writes, Not if they swallow faith-based GOP economics like repaying the national debt.