Internal Revenue Service.
revenue service of the United States federal government
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 323
What's happening
Active this week
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An office associated with Gavin Newsom is currently under federal financial investigation.Well supported7 reports2 developments inside
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Trump administration creates a fund to resolve a lawsuit filed against the Internal Revenue Service.Well supported13 reports
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Donald Trump filed a lawsuit regarding the leak of his tax returns.Well supported58 reports
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Donald Trump sued the IRS over a tax return leak, while a judge in Alexandria blocked a ruling affecting a Trump fund.Well supported35 reports4 developments inside
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A lawsuit over the leak of Donald Trump's tax returns and a judge temporarily blocking a fund for his allies were reported.Well supported24 reports4 developments inside
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The Trump administration, through DOGE, has initiated cuts to IRS auditors and reduced overall staff.Well supported3 reports
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IRS shifts to digital tax forms, reducing demand for Distribution Centers (NDC), following a TIGTA recommendation.Some support1 report
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Araceli defrauded the federal PPP program for over $2 million while operating businesses in El Paso.Some support2 reports
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Fox Business filed for bankruptcy after struggling due to Tampa Bay hurricanes, with the IRS and Sysco listed as creditors.Some support3 reports
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PBGC administers federal insurance for defined benefit plans, while trustees navigate IRS and DOL regulations, with DOL expanding the Abandoned Plan Program.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Johnson Amendment limits religious organization political activity.Some support2 reports
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U.S. tax law applies to dividend reinvestment.Some support1 report
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Bisignano was appointed to lead the next phase of Trump Accounts, and the Treasury issued guidance on sovereign wealth funds and paused diesel fuel tax enforcement.Some support1 report
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The Trump administration is intensifying efforts to coordinate tax collection and pursue agreements to share confidential taxpayer data.Well supported5 reports3 developments inside
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The Trump administration is using the SBA to cross-reference borrower information with IRS declarations to identify potential fraud and refer suspect loans to the Treasury for collection.Some support2 reports
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Thomson Reuters reports on the Internal Revenue Service's monitoring of Artificial Intelligence usage.Some support1 report
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IRS enforces tax laws and regulations, advances litigation, and an Executive Order directs rescheduling of medical marijuana.Some support1 report
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The SECURE 2.0 Act pushed the RMD start age to 73, and IRS rules govern Roth and Traditional IRA conversions.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Cashing U.S. Savings Bonds can trigger Medicare surtaxes because the IRS classifies the bond interest as income.Some support1 report
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IRS rules govern required minimum distributions as of September 20, 2026.Some support1 report
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Policy shifts have led to the dismantling of the progressive tax system.Some support1 report
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The IRS is replacing its existing tax system, FIRE, with the new IRIS system.Some support2 reports
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The IRS must accommodate groups with unique financial practices, including the Amish.Some support1 report
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Anthony Provenzano advises on disputes with the IRS and PBGC, while Alison Reed takes on new roles at IRI and Jackson National Life. Josh Bulgin joins July Business Services.Some support2 reports
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IRS guidance regarding drought relief eligibility for Alaska and Micronesia, utilizing data from the National Integrated Drought Information System.Some support4 reports
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A tax bill was passed directing the Internal Revenue Service to publish new rules regarding tax compliance.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Ron Estes introduced legislation and co-sponsored a bill aimed at improving the security of the tax filing process and the IRS.Some support1 report
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The IRS administers tax credits for US citizens while the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities analyzes potential policy impacts.Some support1 report
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An individual was involved in tax fraud by misreporting income on their tax returns.Well supported8 reports3 developments inside
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The Internal Revenue Service issued guidance concerning the new tax accounts.Well supported13 reports1 development inside
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The IRS is providing tax relief to residents affected by a recent earthquake on the Big Island.Some support1 report
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Tax planning adjustments are being made under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, alongside a data lapse caused by federal appropriations issues.Some support2 reports
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The Iran war is causing oil prices to rise significantly, while inflation is prompting the IRS to adjust tax brackets annually.Some support2 reports
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Gomez resigned from the Saginaw council board, while the IRS revoked tax-exempt status for a local group.Some support1 report
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Cage purchased a Malibu mansion in California, but financial problems led to back taxes owed, involving the Internal Revenue Service.Some support1 report
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IRS provided taxpayer addresses to ICE, prompting Congress to pass a privacy law and a finding that the IRS broke privacy rules.Well supported3 reports
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TIGTA reviewed the IRS asset forfeiture program, which affected businesses dealing with currency transactions.Some support1 report
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The tax code dictates the rates for capital gains tax.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Brian is assisting clients with the ongoing IRS audit process.Some support1 report
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A disaster declaration has been issued, allowing for the postponement of tax deadlines.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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ICE is seeking private sector data due to blocks from the IRS, and the data exchange agreement is being challenged in federal courts.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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The Department of Government Efficiency fused data into the DHS system, involving John Koskinen, who previously led the IRS under Barack Obama.Some support1 report1 development inside
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DOGE restructuring, backed by a Trump executive order, led to federal workforce terminations impacting states like Utah and Alabama.Some support2 reports3 developments inside
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Treasury and IRS jointly released notices following new regulations issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.Some support1 report
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A settlement was reached regarding tax filings and financial leaks involving Donald Trump and the Internal Revenue Service.Well supported9 reports
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Former employees of the Internal Revenue Service are now serving in the courts overseen by the Executive Office for Immigration Review.Some support1 report
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Logan Allec, owner of Choice Tax Relief, discusses concerns regarding IRS audits.Some support1 report
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A proposed rule regarding tax status was jointly issued by Bessent's office and the IRS.Some support11 reports1 development inside
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IRS rules are currently impacting how Social Security benefits are taxed and how Medicare premiums are adjusted.Well supported10 reports4 developments inside
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Investigations are underway into the potential misuse of IRS rules, involving targets like nonprofits, with key figures including Ron Wyden, Frank Bisignano, and Scott Bessent.Some support1 report
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Daniel A. Pallen used a tax fraud scheme involving fictitious checks submitted to the IRS, a bank routing number linked to the Federal Reserve Bank, and a company to purchase a truck.Some support1 report
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Administration proposes tax rule changes to educational institutions, while facing criticism regarding civil rights rollbacks.Some support2 reports
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Trump seeks to weaponize the IRS for political ends, specifically wanting the agency to revoke Harvard University's tax-exempt status.Well supported29 reports1 development inside
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New IRS rules have been implemented that now trigger income counting for Medicaid recipients.Some support1 report
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Economic shift tied to Trump's term, involving the IRS tracking EIN applications in counties.Some support1 report
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The Employee Benefits Security Administration and the Internal Revenue Service are jointly setting rules regarding retirement plan compliance and pension plan administration.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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Hall Benefits Law defends clients against IRS penalties.Some support1 report
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IRS staff cuts are leading to widespread processing problems due to funding issues stemming from fiscal policy changes.Some support2 reports
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The new event details Rupert Murdoch's ownership of the New York Post, targeted actions against Soros-linked groups, and Congress passing a law to limit IRS influence on nonprofits.Some support1 report
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Around Internal Revenue Service this week
News at the entities that move Internal Revenue Service most-
Donald Trump OperationalThe Trump administration utilized the Department of Health & Human Services for an AI tool.Moves Internal Revenue Service
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Blanche StructuralDonald Trump nominated Todd Blanche to lead the Justice Department, leading to discussions about confirmation chances and potential criminal contempt charges.Moves Internal Revenue Service
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Scott Bessent StructuralHigh-level talks regarding trade, AI, and geopolitical issues are underway, with market analysts commenting on yuan strength and policy.Moves Internal Revenue Service
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Congress StructuralMandated National Bridge Inspection Standards were established in 1968.Moves Internal Revenue Service
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Donald Trump Jr. StructuralDonald Trump Jr. received a gift from an oligarch linked to Vladimir Putin.Moves Internal Revenue Service
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Federal Emergency Management Agency StructuralFEMA released funds for projects in Wheeling on September 28, involving Robert Herron.Moves Internal Revenue Service
Connections
The 40 strongest of 323, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Frank Bisignano Structural
Frank Bisignano serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Internal Revenue Service.
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Blanche Transactional
Blanche engaged in high-stakes legal and administrative interactions with the IRS, culminating in a negotiated settlement and tax immunity deal.
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Donald Trump Operational
The relationship is defined by sustained, high-stakes legal and political conflict, characterized by lawsuits, audits, and negotiated settlements over tax records.
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National Treasury Employees Union Structural
The Union represents the career employees of the IRS, establishing a functional dependency between the two entities.
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Blanche Structural
Blanche's professional nomination and function are structurally contingent upon resolving legal and tax matters with the Internal Revenue Service.
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Scott Bessent Structural
Scott Bessent's office exercises formal oversight over the IRS and jointly develops and proposes regulations that the IRS implements.
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Congress Structural
Congress establishes the legal framework, limits, and operational parameters for the Internal Revenue Service.
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Department of Government Efficiency Structural
DOGE's policy decisions, including restructuring and budget cuts, directly impact the operational capacity and staffing of the IRS.
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Donald Trump Jr. Structural
The IRS is functionally constrained from pursuing claims against Donald Trump Jr. due to his status.
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house of representatives Structural
The House of Representatives creates tax bills that mandate the IRS publish new rules and implement them.
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Federal Emergency Management Agency Structural
FEMA disaster declarations grant the IRS authority to implement tax relief measures.
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Todd Blanche Transactional
A high-stakes tax dispute involving a $10B settlement fund between Todd Blanche and the IRS is currently underway, impacting his confirmation process.
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Jeff Bezos Structural
Jeff Bezos's financial activities are subject to the formal oversight and tax regulations enforced by the Internal Revenue Service.
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Leonie Brinkema Operational
Leonie Brinkema, as a judge, is actively involved in judicial review and rulings concerning a civil lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service.
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IRC Structural
The body of law represented by the IRC dictates the operational parameters and functions of the Internal Revenue Service.
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California Structural
one depends on the other
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IRS Criminal Investigation Structural
IRS Criminal Investigation functions as the financial crime enforcement division within the Internal Revenue Service.
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New York City Structural
The tax filing and proof processes for New York City are functionally dependent on the records and filings maintained by the Internal Revenue Service.
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Kathleen M. Williams Transactional
Kathleen Williams engaged in a legal dispute with the IRS, involving a voided settlement and a ruling on the lawsuit.
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John Koskinen Structural
Koskinen served as a turnaround specialist leader within the Internal Revenue Service.
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NorthSide Structural
The IRS ruled that NorthSide did not qualify as a charitable project, impacting its operational status.
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John Cornyn Operational
Cornyn actively scrutinizes and demands assurances from the IRS regarding tax settlements and audit immunity.
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Tennessee Bureau of Investigation Operational
The two agencies are currently engaged in a joint investigation into cases involving illegal gambling.
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Araceli Structural
Araceli submitted false information to the Internal Revenue Service via Form 941.
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ProPublica Transactional
The relationship involves the episodic exchange of leaked private taxpayer data from the IRS to ProPublica.
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Avalara Structural
Avalara must comply with the operational mandates and regulatory requirements set forth by the Internal Revenue Service.
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department Operational
The relationship involves ongoing negotiation, operational cooperation, and oversight regarding tax audits and legal proceedings between the department and the IRS.
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senate Structural
The Senate creates the legislative framework and oversees the operational functions of the Internal Revenue Service.
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Bob Jones University Structural
The IRS revoked the tax-exempt status of Bob Jones University.
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Blanche Transactional
Blanche's department initiated a lawsuit that resulted in a settlement with the Internal Revenue Service.
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ICE Operational
ICE actively seeks taxpayer data from the IRS, leading to ongoing legal challenges and access blocks.
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New York Operational
The IRS influences New York's economy through tax adjustments, while NY lawmakers actively seek to influence IRS tax policy.
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supreme court Structural
The IRS updates its guidance based on legal precedents established by the Supreme Court.
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Apple Inc. Structural
The Internal Revenue Service code formally governs the tax treatment of Apple stock and financial products sold by the company.
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DHS Structural
The IRS formally supplies taxpayer data to DHS to support its surveillance and enforcement functions.
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Elizabeth Warren Operational
Elizabeth Warren is actively pressuring the IRS regarding a specific tax settlement through inquiries and investigations.
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Democracy Forward Operational
Democracy Forward actively challenges the Internal Revenue Service through lawsuits and advocacy regarding tax immunity and fund implementation.
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Federal Trade Commission Structural
The FTC regulates aspects of the IRS's foreign tax credit rules, and both agencies co-manage financial fraud fallout.
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Kay Ivey Operational
Kay Ivey issues directives regarding tax enforcement matters involving the Internal Revenue Service.
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Small Business Administration Structural
The Small Business Administration compares borrower information against declarations provided by the Internal Revenue Service.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
36 events- The Trump administration, through DOGE, has initiated cuts to IRS auditors and reduced overall staff.
- IRS shifts to digital tax forms, reducing demand for Distribution Centers (NDC), following a TIGTA recommendation.
- Araceli defrauded the federal PPP program for over $2 million while operating businesses in El Paso.
- Fox Business filed for bankruptcy after struggling due to Tampa Bay hurricanes, with the IRS and Sysco listed as creditors.
- U.S. tax law applies to dividend reinvestment.
- Bisignano was appointed to lead the next phase of Trump Accounts, and the Treasury issued guidance on sovereign wealth funds and paused diesel fuel tax enforcement.
- The Trump administration is using the SBA to cross-reference borrower information with IRS declarations to identify potential fraud and refer suspect loans to the Treasury for collection.
- Thomson Reuters reports on the Internal Revenue Service's monitoring of Artificial Intelligence usage.
- IRS enforces tax laws and regulations, advances litigation, and an Executive Order directs rescheduling of medical marijuana.
- Cashing U.S. Savings Bonds can trigger Medicare surtaxes because the IRS classifies the bond interest as income.
- IRS rules govern required minimum distributions as of September 20, 2026.
- Policy shifts have led to the dismantling of the progressive tax system.
- The IRS must accommodate groups with unique financial practices, including the Amish.
- IRS guidance regarding drought relief eligibility for Alaska and Micronesia, utilizing data from the National Integrated Drought Information System.
- A tax bill was passed directing the Internal Revenue Service to publish new rules regarding tax compliance.
- Ron Estes introduced legislation and co-sponsored a bill aimed at improving the security of the tax filing process and the IRS.
- The IRS administers tax credits for US citizens while the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities analyzes potential policy impacts.
- The IRS is providing tax relief to residents affected by a recent earthquake on the Big Island.
- Tax planning adjustments are being made under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, alongside a data lapse caused by federal appropriations issues.
- The Iran war is causing oil prices to rise significantly, while inflation is prompting the IRS to adjust tax brackets annually.
- Gomez resigned from the Saginaw council board, while the IRS revoked tax-exempt status for a local group.
- Cage purchased a Malibu mansion in California, but financial problems led to back taxes owed, involving the Internal Revenue Service.
- IRS provided taxpayer addresses to ICE, prompting Congress to pass a privacy law and a finding that the IRS broke privacy rules.
- TIGTA reviewed the IRS asset forfeiture program, which affected businesses dealing with currency transactions.
- Brian is assisting clients with the ongoing IRS audit process.
- Treasury and IRS jointly released notices following new regulations issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
- Former employees of the Internal Revenue Service are now serving in the courts overseen by the Executive Office for Immigration Review.
- Logan Allec, owner of Choice Tax Relief, discusses concerns regarding IRS audits.
- A proposed rule regarding tax status was jointly issued by Bessent's office and the IRS.
- Investigations are underway into the potential misuse of IRS rules, involving targets like nonprofits, with key figures including Ron Wyden, Frank Bisignano, and Scott Bessent.
- Daniel A. Pallen used a tax fraud scheme involving fictitious checks submitted to the IRS, a bank routing number linked to the Federal Reserve Bank, and a company to purchase a truck.
- Administration proposes tax rule changes to educational institutions, while facing criticism regarding civil rights rollbacks.
- New IRS rules have been implemented that now trigger income counting for Medicaid recipients.
- Economic shift tied to Trump's term, involving the IRS tracking EIN applications in counties.
- Hall Benefits Law defends clients against IRS penalties.
- IRS staff cuts are leading to widespread processing problems due to funding issues stemming from fiscal policy changes.
August 2026
10 events- The Johnson Amendment limits religious organization political activity.
- The SECURE 2.0 Act pushed the RMD start age to 73, and IRS rules govern Roth and Traditional IRA conversions.
- The IRS is replacing its existing tax system, FIRE, with the new IRIS system.
- An individual was involved in tax fraud by misreporting income on their tax returns.
- A disaster declaration has been issued, allowing for the postponement of tax deadlines.
- The Department of Government Efficiency fused data into the DHS system, involving John Koskinen, who previously led the IRS under Barack Obama.
- DOGE restructuring, backed by a Trump executive order, led to federal workforce terminations impacting states like Utah and Alabama.
- A settlement was reached regarding tax filings and financial leaks involving Donald Trump and the Internal Revenue Service.
- The new event details Rupert Murdoch's ownership of the New York Post, targeted actions against Soros-linked groups, and Congress passing a law to limit IRS influence on nonprofits.
- The IRS has filed a federal tax lien against Johnson County, requiring Ryan Carroll's assistance in managing the financial matter.
July 2026
4 events- PBGC administers federal insurance for defined benefit plans, while trustees navigate IRS and DOL regulations, with DOL expanding the Abandoned Plan Program.
- Anthony Provenzano advises on disputes with the IRS and PBGC, while Alison Reed takes on new roles at IRI and Jackson National Life. Josh Bulgin joins July Business Services.
- The tax code dictates the rates for capital gains tax.
- IRS rules are currently impacting how Social Security benefits are taxed and how Medicare premiums are adjusted.
Show 1 earlier month
June 2026
10 events- An office associated with Gavin Newsom is currently under federal financial investigation.
- Trump administration creates a fund to resolve a lawsuit filed against the Internal Revenue Service.
- Donald Trump filed a lawsuit regarding the leak of his tax returns.
- Donald Trump sued the IRS over a tax return leak, while a judge in Alexandria blocked a ruling affecting a Trump fund.
- A lawsuit over the leak of Donald Trump's tax returns and a judge temporarily blocking a fund for his allies were reported.
- The Trump administration is intensifying efforts to coordinate tax collection and pursue agreements to share confidential taxpayer data.
- The Internal Revenue Service issued guidance concerning the new tax accounts.
- ICE is seeking private sector data due to blocks from the IRS, and the data exchange agreement is being challenged in federal courts.
- Trump seeks to weaponize the IRS for political ends, specifically wanting the agency to revoke Harvard University's tax-exempt status.
- The Employee Benefits Security Administration and the Internal Revenue Service are jointly setting rules regarding retirement plan compliance and pension plan administration.