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Last-minute taxpayers unable to file their returns online because of an IRS computer problem got some welcome news Tuesday: A one day extension is on the way.
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin gave that assurance as Tuesday’s midnight federal tax filing deadline approached.
“We’ll make sure taxpayers have extensions once the system comes up to make sure they can use it, and it in no way impacts people paying their taxes,” Mnuchin told reporters in New Hampshire, The Associated Press reported. “It was just a technical issue we’re working through.”
Earlier in the day, those trying to pay through this method were greeted with an error message that said: “This service is temporarily unavailable. We are working to resolve the issue. Please come back later and try again, or you can visit the Make a Payment page for alternative payment methods. We apologize for any inconvenience.”
The IRS website also noted that “your tax payment is due although IRS Direct Pay may not be available,” so those looking to file should pay through the department’s other methods, which may include debit or credit cards and associated fees.
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