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IRS Reduces Auditing Staff, Resulting in Decreased Tax Collections

The IRS reduced its auditing staff in 2025, resulting in a drop in tax collections from enforcement activities. An Inspector General report highlights the potential negative consequences of this staffing decision.

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The IRS reduced its auditing staff in 2025, resulting in a drop in tax collections from enforcement activities. An Inspector General report highlights the potential negative consequences of this staffing decision.

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The IRS slashed its staff. One result? More taxes going uncollected

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IRS Reduces Auditing Staff, Resulting in Decreased Tax Collections