Trump Replaces Billy Long as IRS Commissioner, Appoints Bessent as Acting Head
TL;DR
President Trump is removing Billy Long from his position as IRS commissioner just two months after his confirmation, with Long expected to be nominated as an ambassador; the move comes amid ongoing staff reductions and controversial policies at the IRS.
- Trump Is Replacing Billy Long as I.R.S. Commissioner The New York Times
- Trump ousts Billy Long as IRS commissioner, names Bessent acting head CNN
- Billy Long to depart as IRS commissioner The Hill
- Trump to remove Billy Long as IRS commissioner, Bessent named acting head, NYT reports Reuters
- IRS Commissioner Billy Long to Depart, With Bessent Now Acting Head Bloomberg.com
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