When you are married filing separately, the IRS will cross reference your returns. It is required that you both filed itemized or both file standard deduction. It is not allowed for each of you to file differently on those deductions.
The name on your social security card has nothing to do with your return. You must file based on your marital status and living arrangements. Please go through the questions and answer them correctly in the program.
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