Former Representative Billy Long, a Republican from Missouri, speaks during a campaign event for former US President Donald Trump at Simpson College in Indianola, Iowa, US, on Sunday, Jan. 14, 2024.
President-elect Donald Trump has tapped former Missouri congressman Billy Long to lead the IRS, which has triggered mixed reactions from Washington and the tax community.
"Taxpayers and the wonderful employees of the IRS will love having Billy at the helm."
Long worked as an auctioneer before serving six terms in the House of Representatives from 2011 to 2023.
Trump's announcement signals plans to fire the current IRS Commissioner Daniel Werfel before his term ends in 2027, which is permitted by law.
Persons:
Billy Long, Donald Trump, Long, Trump, Billy, Daniel Werfel, Werfel, Joe Biden
Organizations:
Republican, Simpson College, Republicans, Finance, Taxpayers
Locations:
Missouri, Indianola , Iowa, Washington