In a shocking exposé, IRS Tax Examining Technician David Nelsen went on record with James O’Keefe of O’Keefe Media Group to reveal the deep-seated inefficiencies plaguing the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Nelsen’s candid remarks shed light on the agency’s outdated systems, lack of funding, and bloated workforce, painting a grim picture of an institution that has failed to modernize and serve the American people effectively.
“We can’t do anywhere close to what the American people think we can,” Nelsen admitted, highlighting the stark contrast between public perception and the IRS’s actual capabilities. He pointed to the agency’s antiquated systems, which are not integrated, as a significant hindrance. “We have very antiquated systems. They aren’t integrated. We’re basically handcuffed,” he said. This admission underscores the systemic failures that have left the IRS ill-equipped to handle its responsibilities efficiently.
Nelsen also revealed that the IRS has suffered from chronic underfunding for decades, with any allocated resources being used to address minor issues rather than tackling the root problems. “There’s been no funding for decades to try to improve anything,” he stated. “When funding is provided, it’s put towards little Band-Aid issues instead of the big problem of the whole.” This mismanagement of resources has left the agency struggling to keep up with the demands of modern tax administration.
One of the most glaring issues Nelsen highlighted is the IRS’s reliance on outdated software, specifically the Integrated Data Retrieval System (IDRS). “We also have very antiquated software. We use a software called Integrated Data Retrieval System (IDRS),” he explained. This outdated technology has not only slowed down tax processing but has also contributed to an unnecessarily large workforce. Nelsen suggested that modernizing these systems could lead to significant improvements. “We could probably reduce the size of the IRS substantially with changes, programs, a centralized inventory system, replacing IDRS,” he said.
The revelations come at a time when President Donald Trump has been working to streamline the federal workforce, including the IRS. Last month, the agency fired 6,000 employees, and plans are underway to cut up to 50% of its workforce. These measures, while controversial, align with the President’s broader agenda of reducing government waste and inefficiency. Nelsen, for his part, expressed a willingness to sacrifice his career for the greater good. “I’m not afraid of losing a career,” he said. “I’ll fall on the sword if it means I can help the American people and help everyone else at the IRS who are doing their jobs.”
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The liberal media, often quick to criticize President Trump’s efforts to reform government agencies, has largely ignored these revelations. Instead of acknowledging the systemic issues within the IRS, they have focused on defending the status quo and attacking the President’s initiatives. This bias is emblematic of a media landscape that prioritizes partisan narratives over factual reporting.
President Trump’s commitment to reducing the size of the federal government and eliminating waste is a necessary step toward restoring efficiency and accountability. The IRS, as Nelsen’s testimony reveals, is in dire need of reform. By addressing these issues head-on, the President is demonstrating his dedication to serving the American people and ensuring that their tax dollars are used effectively.
h/t: Steadfast and Loyal
Imagine my total surprise.