Donald Trump has decided to replace the acting commissioner of the IRS, following complaints from Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent about the appointment of Gary Shapley. Bessent alleged that Shapleyâs selection, orchestrated with the involvement of Elon Musk, occurred without his prior knowledge, leading to concerns about the proper chain of command. Michael Faulkender is likely to become the new acting head of the agency, while Missouri congressman Billy Long is Trump's candidate for a permanent position, despite controversy surrounding his financial dealings close to the nomination.
The recent shakeup at the IRS stems from a power struggle involving Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, who complained about the appointment of Gary Shapley without his consent.
Michael Faulkender is expected to step in as the acting head of the IRS, with Missouri congressman Billy Long nominated for the permanent position despite concerns over his financial history.
In a statement, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt emphasized that disagreement is a natural part of policy-making and that Trump's team is passionate about national issues.
The controversy arose when Bessent alleged that Elon Musk facilitated the appointment of Shapley, claiming a lack of consultation violated the chain of command in the Treasury.
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