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Former congressman Billy Long from Missouri has been chosen by Trump to lead the IRS. Long has previously worked with businesses to take advantage of a tax credit during the pandemic, which has resulted in fraud and more costs for the government than expected.
Written by Andrew Duehren
Writing from the nation
On Wednesday, President-elect Donald J. Trump announced his intention to nominate Billy Long, a former congressman from Missouri, to serve as the head of the Internal Revenue Service. This decision indicates his plan to remove the current leader, who was appointed by President Biden.
Following his defeat in a Senate primary in 2022, Mr. Long has promoted a tax credit introduced during the pandemic, which has unfortunately been plagued by fraudulent claims and ended up costing the government billions more than initially projected. In response, lawmakers have attempted to halt the tax credit and the I.R.S. has temporarily halted processing claims to uncover and eliminate false applications for the tax break.
During a podcast interview in 2023, Mr. Long talked about how he and his team have successfully assisted businesses in claiming the Employee Retention Tax Credit. This program, established by Congress and Mr. Trump in 2020, is aimed at encouraging businesses to continue paying their employees during times of economic downturn. Mr. Long mentioned that they have not yet had any of their claims denied by the tax agency.
He stated that they do not sneak anyone through the process, but instead they ensure that individuals qualify for the refund from the IRS with interest.
Donald Trump’s selection, revealed on his social media platform, would cause significant changes within the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) during a crucial time. The Biden administration has invested large sums of money in updating the agency and strengthening its tax collection procedures to enhance customer service and combat tax evasion.
President Biden selected Daniel Werfel, an experienced professional who had served in various government roles under both Democratic and Republican leadership, to head the restructuring of the I.R.S in 2022. Werfel’s tenure was expected to continue until 2027.
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