- Former members of Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency are developing America.gov, an artificial intelligence-powered federal services website.
- Scheduled to launch by late September, the site will feature a chatbot interface to help users file tax returns and renew passports.
- Trump administration officials hope the portal will serve as a key talking point for Republican congressional candidates in the upcoming midterm elections.
- America.gov's tax feature is intended to replace the Biden administration's Direct File program, which was canceled by the Trump administration in November 2025.
- Experts have raised concerns about relying on AI for complex tax processes, warning it could erode public trust if issues arise.
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