TIGTA reports IRS workforce cut 25% to 77,428 employees by May 2025. 17,847 approved for TDRP/VSIP programs. 27% of tax examiners and 26% of revenue agents separated. Enforcement function faces up to 50% cuts through 2026. Critical revenue collection capacity compromised.
TIGTA May 2025 report documents 25% IRS workforce reduction from 103,000 to 77,428 employees since Jan 2025. 25,386 separations via Deferred Resignation Program (DRP), terminations, RIFs. 27% of tax examiners, 26% of revenue agents departed. DRP required critical filing season staff work until May …
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