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IRS braces for $500bn drop in revenue as taxpayers skip filings in wake of DOGE cuts (www.independent.co.uk)

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The IRS anticipates a $500 billion revenue loss as taxpayers increasingly skip filings following cuts from Elon Musk under Trump.

The IRS, set to downsize by 20% by May 15, has seen increased online chatter about avoiding taxes, with individuals betting auditors won’t scrutinize accounts.

Experts warned that workforce reductions could cripple the agency's efficiency.

Treasury officials predict a 10% drop in tax receipts compared to 2024.

Former IRS commissioners have criticized the cuts, warning of dysfunction and reduced collection capacity.

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[–] T00l_shed@lemmy.world 2 points 5 days ago (1 children)

Somalia is a libertarians wet dream so I hear

[–] shortwavesurfer@lemmy.zip -3 points 5 days ago (2 children)

I wouldn't know. I only know how the western world portrays Somalia. And I'm guessing that's what you're basing your comment on.

[–] nova_ad_vitum@lemmy.ca 3 points 5 days ago

Go there and report back bruh. Check out the Congo too while you're at it.

[–] T00l_shed@lemmy.world 2 points 5 days ago* (last edited 5 days ago)

Don't mistake what I am saying as denigrating to the Somalian people. They are hard working and trying to get by.