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IRS Workforce Cuts Spark Concerns Over Tax Collection

4/15/2025

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The IRS is set to slash its workforce by nearly 40%, shrinking from 102,000 to as few as 70,000 employees. This drastic move comes alongside a contentious agreement granting the Department of Homeland Security access to taxpayer information, igniting fears among undocumented immigrants. Critics argue that these cuts threaten effective tax collection and vital customer service, putting essential revenue at risk.

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Story summary

The IRS is set to slash its workforce by nearly 40%, shrinking from 102,000 to as few as 70,000 employees. This drastic move comes alongside a contentious agreement granting the Department of Homeland Security access to taxpayer information, igniting fears among undocumented immigrants. Critics argue that these cuts threaten effective tax collection and vital customer service, putting essential revenue at risk.