Trump Dismisses IRS Commissioner, Appoints Acting Leader
- Lyla Velez
- August 8, 2025
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- IRS leadership change, no notable market response.
- Crypto market unperturbed, no major shifts.
- Experts await further policy implications.
President Trump has removed IRS Commissioner Billy Long after two months, appointing Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent as acting commissioner, a move confirmed by government sources. No direct impact on cryptocurrencies has been reported.
Leadership Transition
Billy Long, formerly a U.S. Representative, was appointed as the 51st IRS Commissioner in June. His removal led to Scott Bessent, the current Treasury Secretary, becoming the acting commissioner, pending an official replacement.
“No official social media statements (Twitter, LinkedIn, Medium) from Billy Long or the IRS leadership detected in primary sources as of now.”
Although IRS leadership typically does not directly affect digital assets, analysts are observing markets. The cryptocurrency exchanges and blockchain networks have yet to detect significant changes, indicating stability.
Impact on Crypto Markets
Financial and regulatory sectors remain attentive to any policy adjustments, though immediate consequences seem absent. The IRS reports increased tax collection efficiency, aligning with market expectations.
With no historical precedent linking IRS commissioner changes to direct impacts on crypto, the focus remains on potential regulatory shifts. Experts keenly monitor unfolding developments for longer-term effects on the sector.
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