Economics ❯ Taxation

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Treasury Chief Predicts 'Gigantic' U.S. Tax-Refund Season in 2026

Retroactive tax cuts with unchanged withholding are expected to return over-withheld wages at filing.

White House Projects Big 2026 Tax Refunds as $2,000 Tariff Checks Await Congress

Treasury Projects $100–$150 Billion in Q1 2026 Tax Refunds, Averaging $1,000–$2,000 per Household