Treasury Secretary Scott #Bessent is set to serve as acting #IRS Commissioner temporarily. This follows a turbulent period for the IRS, marked by rapid leadership changes, including the brief tenure of Gary Shapley, who was ousted after three days due to a power struggle between Bessent and Elon Musk. Michael Faulkender, Deputy Treasury Secretary, had been appointed acting commissioner in April 2025, replacing Shapley. Bessent’s temporary role comes as former Representative Billy Long, confirmed by the Senate on June 12, 2025, as the 51st IRS Commissioner, prepares to assume the permanent position. The IRS has faced significant upheaval, with five acting leaders this year and ongoing debates over policies like sharing taxpayer data with immigration officials.