Summary
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has appointed Frank Bisignano, the head of the Social Security Administration, to also lead the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) as its first CEO. This appointment comes as both agencies face staffing problems and challenges following funding cuts. Bisignano's new role does not require Senate confirmation.
Key Facts
- Frank Bisignano, who leads the Social Security Administration, is now also the CEO of the IRS.
- This is the first time the IRS has a CEO position.
- The IRS and Social Security Administration are dealing with staffing issues due to government cuts.
- Bisignano's appointment bypasses the usual Senate confirmation process.
- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent remains the acting commissioner of the IRS.
- The IRS has had seven commissioners this year; the previous appointee was ousted after a short term.
- The IRS is implementing new changes due to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which may face delays.
- IRS functions have seen significant staff reductions, affecting key areas like fraud detection and IT services.
