Well, you hate the IRS until you're owed a refund or until the IRS makes a mistake because they're understaffed or because they don't have modern technology that could save all of us money. And that's why I recently sent a letter to the IRS urging them to take immediate steps to ensure it is fully prepared to meet American taxpayer needs during this 2026 filing system. President Trump seems to be on a mission to make life more difficult and more expensive for Americans. And he seems to be succeeding. (05:21–05:36)
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Asserts that Richard Blumenthal has taken action by contacting the IRS to improve its readiness for the 2026 tax filing season.
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