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Trump's IRS Nominee Faces Scrutiny Over Tax Ties

5/20/2025

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Billy Long, President Trump's nominee to head the IRS, is under fire at his confirmation hearing. Critics point to his support for dubious tax credits and campaign contributions from firms tied to tax fraud. With little tax experience and the agency grappling with recent upheaval, doubts linger about his capacity to guide the IRS through crucial modernization.

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Billy Long, President Trump's nominee to head the IRS, is under fire at his confirmation hearing. Critics point to his support for dubious tax credits and campaign contributions from firms tied to tax fraud. With little tax experience and the agency grappling with recent upheaval, doubts linger about his capacity to guide the IRS through crucial modernization.