Senator Mike Crapo | Official U.S. Senate headshot
Senator Mike Crapo | Official U.S. Senate headshot
U.S. Senator Mike Crapo, the lead Republican on the Senate Finance Committee, has responded to President-elect Donald Trump's announcement regarding the nomination of Billy Long as IRS Commissioner. The announcement comes amidst ongoing concerns about the Internal Revenue Service's handling of taxpayer information and resource management.
Crapo highlighted several issues facing the IRS, stating: “The IRS has experienced myriad problems in recent years, including issues related to the privacy and security of confidential taxpayer information; inefficient use of resources; and an oversized emphasis on enforcement to collect yet more revenue from hardworking taxpayers." He emphasized that protecting taxpayers is a top priority and expressed interest in understanding Billy Long's plans for addressing these challenges at the agency.
Billy Long, a former Congressman, is expected to bring his vision for improving the IRS if confirmed for the position. The Senate Finance Committee will play a key role in reviewing his nomination.
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