President Trump dismissed Billy Long from the position of IRS commissioner just under two months following his Senate confirmation, which was passed with a 53-44 vote. Concerns regarding Long’s previous involvement with a firm that promoted a fraudulent COVID-19 tax relief program and campaign contributions after his nomination were raised by Democrats. Long, who served as a U.S. Representative from 2011 to 2023 and advocated for the elimination of the IRS, lacks experience in tax administration. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has been appointed as acting commissioner thereafter.
President Donald Trump has dismissed former U.S. Rep. Billy Long as IRS commissioner less than two months after he was confirmed by the Senate.
The Senate confirmed Long with a vote of 53-44 despite concerns about his past work related to a fraud-ridden COVID-19 tax break.
Long served in Congress from 2011 to 2023 and sponsored legislation aimed at eliminating the IRS, raising questions about his suitability for the IRS role.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will now serve as the acting commissioner of the IRS following Long's dismissal.
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