April 15, 2025 | Washington, D.C.
In a bold and politically charged move, former President Donald Trump has appointed a key whistleblower in the Hunter Biden investigation as the interim head of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The decision comes as Trump continues to assert his influence over Republican-led government bodies and intensify scrutiny on the Biden family’s financial dealings.
The whistleblower, who gained national attention after alleging political interference in the federal probe into Hunter Biden’s taxes, will now oversee the agency responsible for collecting taxes and enforcing federal tax laws. The appointment is temporary, but it has already sparked heated reactions from both political allies and critics.
Trump praised the individual’s “courage and integrity” in exposing what he described as systemic bias in the Justice Department during President Joe Biden’s administration. “We need people who tell the truth and won’t be bullied by the corrupt establishment,” Trump stated during a press briefing in Washington.
Critics, however, argue that the appointment further politicizes the IRS, an agency traditionally viewed as independent. Democratic lawmakers expressed concern over whether this could lead to biased audits or selective enforcement of tax laws.
Legal experts remain divided on the implications. While a president can legally make temporary appointments, the precedent of installing someone closely involved in a high-profile political case could raise questions about the IRS’s impartiality going forward.
This move may signal a broader strategy from Trump as he seeks to reshape federal institutions and assert control over agencies he believes have been weaponized against him and his allies. It also comes amid increasing speculation that Trump is positioning himself for a stronger campaign narrative heading into the 2024 election cycle.
As of now, the Biden administration has not issued an official response.
