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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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[-] shortwavesurfer@lemmy.zip 3 points 5 days ago

Taxation is theft, so not paying them is fine by me. But if you're going to do so, you probably shouldn't be shouting about it on the internet.

[-] Hello_there@fedia.io 6 points 5 days ago

Hey everyone. Look at this guy. He's the one that 'splits' the bill with his friends without adding tax, tips, or drinks

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[-] werefreeatlast@lemmy.world 2 points 5 days ago

Enter Taxt Accountant, Know it all AI....Mr. Smith, it says here you sold ...

Gifted...

Sold your old Nissan Sentra for a song. Can you please sing that song for us in the mike?

[-] Cort@lemmy.world 2 points 4 days ago

No. I can't sing. That's why I gifted it for a song

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