IRS Plans to Cut Workforce by 50% Amid Downsizing Efforts

The IRS is preparing for a major workforce reduction, with plans to cut 50% of its employees through a mix of layoffs, attrition, and incentivized buyouts, sources told the Associated Press. The move follows ongoing efforts to shrink the size of the federal workforce under the Trump administration.

The agency had already experienced significant reductions, with 7,000 probationary employees laid off in February as part of an earlier downsizing phase. Now, deeper cuts could be on the horizon as the IRS restructures its operations.

Officials have not yet confirmed the exact number of layoffs or the timeline for these cuts. However, analysts suggest that reductions of this magnitude could impact the agency’s ability to process tax returns and conduct audits efficiently.

The federal government has been making efforts to streamline operations, and the IRS is among several agencies undergoing restructuring. While some critics argue that these reductions could strain essential services, supporters believe they are necessary to curb government spending.

More details are expected as the IRS finalizes its workforce reduction strategy in the coming months.

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