IRS Commissioner Billy Long was removed by President Trump shortly after his Senate confirmation, representing the sixth leadership change at the agency this year. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will serve as acting commissioner until a permanent replacement is appointed. Long faced criticism for his lack of tax policy experience and initiated significant staff changes during his brief tenure. The administration has been reducing IRS staffing while directing the agency to assist in deportations and scrutinize universities' tax-exempt statuses. Long may be nominated for an ambassadorship following his removal.
President Donald Trump has removed IRS Commissioner Billy Long less than two months after his Senate confirmation, marking the sixth leadership change at the agency this year.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, the highest-ranking LGBTQ+ official in the Republican administration, will lead the IRS on an acting basis until a new commissioner is appointed.
Long's brief tenure included placing two senior officials on administrative leave and granting early departures, reflecting turmoil within the agency.
The Trump administration has reduced IRS staffing while directing the agency to scrutinize universities' tax-exempt status and assist with deportations.
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