The head of the IRS is being replaced just two months after Billy Long took the position. He becomes the sixth person to lead the IRS since January. Long, a former Missouri congressman, is expected to transition to an ambassador role. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will temporarily lead the IRS until a new appointment is made. Long had previously faced criticism about his lack of tax administration experience, and his Senate confirmation was part of a broader staffing purge at the IRS.
Billy Long is exiting his role leading the IRS just two months into the job, making him the sixth person in this role since January.
Long, who received pushback during his nomination process over his lack of tax administration experience, is expected to move to an ambassador role.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will temporarily serve as the head of the IRS until a replacement for Long is found.
Long, confirmed in a 53-44 Senate vote, was part of a major staffing purge at the IRS under President Trump.
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