WASHINGTON, April 1 -- Sen. Richard Blumenthal issued text of the following press release:
U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal today wrote the Internal Revenue Service expressing concern about the agency's ability to meet the needs of American taxpayers during the upcoming 2026 filing season.
"The Trump administration's decision to significantly reduce IRS staffing, coupled with Republican funding cuts, hiring challenges, and persistent leadership instability, raises serious questions about the agency's preparedness for the 2026 tax season. Over the past year, the IRS has lost more than 27,000 employees - nearly one-third of its workforce. These workforce reductions are already affecting taxpayers, contributing to delays in assistance and slo...