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Former Rep. Billy Long apologized after privately joking Iceland could be the '52nd state' and that he’d be its governor, a remark that drew diplomatic scrutiny as he’s nominated to be ambassador to Iceland amid tensions over Greenland. The piece is a live update feed, also touching on Capitol Hill health-care subsidy negotiations, a rare White House meeting between Trump and Schumer, and broader funding talks.
Icelanders express anger after Billy Long, Trump’s nominee for ambassador to Iceland, allegedly joked that Iceland would become the 52nd US state; a petition demanding a more respectful nominee has gathered thousands of signatures, the foreign ministry sought clarification from the US embassy, and Long apologised as Icelandic officials warn that US security arguments about Greenland also affect Iceland amid rising tensions.
Iceland demanded clarification from the United States after Billy Long, Trump’s pick for ambassador to Iceland, joked that Iceland could become the 52nd U.S. state, prompting a petition to reject him and fueling tensions amid Greenland ownership debates and Arctic security concerns.
Billy Long's brief tenure as IRS commissioner ended quickly after he began to assert his authority, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent seeking greater control over the agency, highlighting internal power struggles shortly after Long's appointment by President Trump.
The IRS commissioner Billy Long was dismissed after a brief tenure due to conflicts with the White House over sharing taxpayer data to locate undocumented immigrants, highlighting tensions between federal agencies and immigration enforcement efforts, despite undocumented immigrants paying significant taxes.
President Donald Trump is replacing IRS Commissioner Billy Long after just two months, with Long being nominated as the U.S. ambassador to Iceland, and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to serve as acting IRS commissioner.
President Donald Trump removed Billy Long as IRS commissioner less than two months after his confirmation, making his tenure the shortest in the role's history, and Long is set to become the ambassador to Iceland, amid ongoing turmoil and staffing issues at the IRS.
Donald Trump has removed Billy Long as IRS commissioner after less than two months in the role, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent serving as acting commissioner. Long, a former congressman, is expected to be nominated as Iceland's ambassador, and he expressed enthusiasm for his new role on social media. The move comes amid ongoing tax reforms and tariffs implemented during Trump's administration.
President Donald Trump has unexpectedly removed Billy Long as IRS commissioner less than two months after his Senate confirmation, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stepping in as acting commissioner. Long, a former congressman with no background in tax administration, was confirmed despite concerns over his past work related to pandemic-era tax credits and campaign contributions. His brief tenure followed a series of acting leaders at the IRS amid ongoing controversies and investigations into tax credit frauds linked to his connections.
President Donald Trump has dismissed IRS Commissioner Billy Long, appointing Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent as acting commissioner, amid reports of Long's potential nomination for an ambassadorial role.
President Donald Trump is removing Billy Long as IRS commissioner less than two months after his appointment, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent set to serve as acting commissioner and Long expected to be nominated for an ambassadorship.
President Trump is removing Billy Long from his position as IRS commissioner just two months after his confirmation, with Long expected to be nominated as an ambassador; the move comes amid ongoing staff reductions and controversial policies at the IRS.
Billy Long, who previously promised significant tax refunds, is being considered by Donald Trump to lead the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). This potential appointment comes amidst discussions about tax policies and leadership changes within the agency.
President-elect Donald Trump plans to replace current IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel with former Republican congressman Billy Long, signaling potential shifts in the agency's direction. This move could impact ongoing IRS transformations, including budget allocations and enforcement strategies. Democrats argue for increased funding to combat tax evasion, while Republicans, including Long, have historically supported reducing the IRS's role. Long, who has advocated for abolishing the IRS, is expected to prioritize budget cuts, aligning with Trump's broader federal spending reduction goals.
Donald Trump's nominee for the IRS, former Missouri Rep. Billy Long, reportedly pressured the agency to investigate the Humane Society after it backed a dog protection initiative. If confirmed, Long could potentially strip tax-exempt status from nonprofits he opposes, especially if a pending bill granting the Trump administration more power to rescind tax statuses is enacted.