Diana Shaw of Wiley Rein LLP discusses the reduction in workforce at the IRS as detailed in a report by the Treasury ...

The IRS has reduced its workforce by more than 25,000 employees, raising serious concerns ahead of a complex 2026 tax season.

The IRS cut over 25,000 jobs in a year, sparking concerns about its ability to handle tax seasons and provide adequate taxpayer support.

The IRS faces a challenging 2026 tax season due to significant staff reductions. Experts warn that these cuts could severely ...

The IRS, hit by the Trump administration's federal workforce cuts, has lost 31% of its auditors through March, government watchdog finds. Latest U.S.

The 2026 tax season could be rough, with IRS staff cuts and budget woes likely causing delays and service issues for taxpayers.

"The termination of probationary employees will have a greater impact on certain age groups within the IRS workforce," said the report. The probationary employees who received termination notices ...

Taxpayers could face significant hurdles during the 2026 tax filing season after the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) reduced ...

The IRS records indicate 7,315 probationary employees received termination notices, while 4,128 employees accepted the DRP. This resulted in an 11% workforce reduction, from approximately 103,000 ...

The potential reduction of the IRS workforce by 50% could lead to significant revenue losses over the next decade. The impact of these cuts extends beyond the IRS itself.

Advocacy groups are raising concerns that the staff cuts, which could eliminate as many as 20,000 IRS jobs — roughly 25% of its workforce — may create more confusion for taxpayers and make it ...