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IRS Lawyer Warns White House on Tax Audits | Durham News
Top IRS lawyer Kenneth Kies abruptly left his post this month, sparking controversy after reports he warned the White House against overstepping legal boundaries in tax enforcement—a line set decades ago to prevent executive meddling in audits. Once confirmed to lead tax policy and acting as IRS chief counsel, Kies reportedly clashed with the administration, which cited his uncooperative nature as reason for his exit. Lawmakers are now questioning whether he was pushed out for speaking up, while the White House declined to comment further. Complicating matters, a separate $10 billion…
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