Doug O'Donnell, the acting commissioner of the IRS, is set to retire, marking yet another leadership change amidst significant layoffs pushed by political pressures. Following President Trump's directives, over 6,700 IRS employees were dismissed in recent moves to reduce the agency's workforce, a stark contrast to the hiring and funding increases initiated under President Biden. This shift is expected to hinder the IRS's capacity to process tax returns efficiently, particularly during the ongoing filing season, potentially delaying refunds and increasing errors for taxpayers. Melanie Krause is expected to succeed O'Donnell as acting commissioner.
Mr. O'Donnell's departure comes at a turbulent time for the I.R.S. Mr. Trump has targeted the tax collector, long a political villain for Republicans, for deep layoffs, with more than 6,700 employees dismissed last week.
Former President Joseph R. Biden Jr. had poured billions in new funding into the agency in hopes of modernizing its antiquated technology and beefing up its ability to go after companies and wealthy people who do not pay the taxes they owe.
Democrats have warned that the layoffs could create delays and errors for Americans waiting for their tax refunds.
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