Leadership Change and Data Sharing Agreement
Acting IRS Commissioner announced her resignation, citing internal turmoil and a new data-sharing agreement with to identify undocumented immigrants.
The agreement, bypassing Krause, allows to request taxpayer data for immigrants facing deportation or under criminal investigation, raising concerns over privacy law violations.
Reactions and Implications
Critics, including lawmakers and legal experts, argue the data-sharing deal could violate privacy laws and undermine trust in the IRS, potentially weaponizing tax data against immigrant families.
The Trump administration defends the agreement as a step towards a more efficient government, amidst broader efforts to reduce IRS workforce and reshape federal agencies.